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... recommend using Kodak Inkjet Photographic Quality Paper Photo Weight. ii TABLE OF CONTENTS 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. (In the ... Description Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Ink Jet Paper (100 Sheets) Transparencies (50 Sheets) Telephone Line Cord Telephone Handset Handset Curled Cord Document Wire Extension Document Tray & Paper Tray IEEE-1284 Bi-directional Cable Remote Retrieval Access Card Owner's Manual *Brother MFC-7050C Series ...
... recommend using Kodak Inkjet Photographic Quality Paper Photo Weight. ii TABLE OF CONTENTS 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. (In the ... Description Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Ink Jet Paper (100 Sheets) Transparencies (50 Sheets) Telephone Line Cord Telephone Handset Handset Curled Cord Document Wire Extension Document Tray & Paper Tray IEEE-1284 Bi-directional Cable Remote Retrieval Access Card Owner's Manual *Brother MFC-7050C Series ...
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... 1-2 About Fax Machines 1-2 Fax Tones and Handshake 1-2 ECM (Error Correction Mode 1-3 MFC 7050C Control Panel Keys 1-4 Caution 2-1 Packing List 2-2 Choosing a Location 2-3 Assembly 2-4 Selecting Paper Thickness 2-8 Installing Ink Cartridges (Initial Setup 2-9 Preserving Ink Cartridges 2-12 Aligning Ink Cartridges 2-13 Photo Printouts 2-14 Cleaning the Ink Cartridges 2-15 Cleaning the Cartridge Carrier 2-17 Connecting an External Telephone Answering...
... 1-2 About Fax Machines 1-2 Fax Tones and Handshake 1-2 ECM (Error Correction Mode 1-3 MFC 7050C Control Panel Keys 1-4 Caution 2-1 Packing List 2-2 Choosing a Location 2-3 Assembly 2-4 Selecting Paper Thickness 2-8 Installing Ink Cartridges (Initial Setup 2-9 Preserving Ink Cartridges 2-12 Aligning Ink Cartridges 2-13 Photo Printouts 2-14 Cleaning the Ink Cartridges 2-15 Cleaning the Cartridge Carrier 2-17 Connecting an External Telephone Answering...
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...Video Printing Quality 13-5 Setting Video Type 13-5 Setting Print Size 13-6 Video Printing Color Adjustment 13-6 Video Printing Brightness 13-7 Video Capture to PC 13-8 14Setting Up the MFC and Before You Install Multi-Function Link® Pro Software 14-1 Computer to If ...Documentation 14-5 View Product Support Information 14-5 Brother Web Link 14-5 Exit 14-6 Installing the Brother Software 14-6 Receiving Messages into the PC 14-9 MF Link Mode 14-9 Brother Status Monitor 14-10 15Using MFC as a Printer Features 15-1 Printer Driver 15-2 Choosing the Right Kind of ...
...Video Printing Quality 13-5 Setting Video Type 13-5 Setting Print Size 13-6 Video Printing Color Adjustment 13-6 Video Printing Brightness 13-7 Video Capture to PC 13-8 14Setting Up the MFC and Before You Install Multi-Function Link® Pro Software 14-1 Computer to If ...Documentation 14-5 View Product Support Information 14-5 Brother Web Link 14-5 Exit 14-6 Installing the Brother Software 14-6 Receiving Messages into the PC 14-9 MF Link Mode 14-9 Brother Status Monitor 14-10 15Using MFC as a Printer Features 15-1 Printer Driver 15-2 Choosing the Right Kind of ...
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...Printer Emulation 16-1 Using the Brother Printer Driver 16-1 Paper Tab 16-2 Copies 16-3 Reverse Order 16-3 Collate 16-3 Orientation 16-3 Paper Size 16-4 Custom Paper Size 16-5 Output Media 16-6 Paper Source 16-6 Restore Defaults 16-6 Color /Quality Tab 16-7 Color Options 16-7 Color/Monochrome 16-8 Color ...16-8 Black, White and Grayscale 16-8 Print Quality 16-8 Manual Settings 16-9 Color Control 16-10 Halftone Type 16-11 Options Tab 16-12 Layout 16-12 TrueType Options 16-13 Ink Cartridge ...
...Printer Emulation 16-1 Using the Brother Printer Driver 16-1 Paper Tab 16-2 Copies 16-3 Reverse Order 16-3 Collate 16-3 Orientation 16-3 Paper Size 16-4 Custom Paper Size 16-5 Output Media 16-6 Paper Source 16-6 Restore Defaults 16-6 Color /Quality Tab 16-7 Color Options 16-7 Color/Monochrome 16-8 Color ...16-8 Black, White and Grayscale 16-8 Print Quality 16-8 Manual Settings 16-9 Color Control 16-10 Halftone Type 16-11 Options Tab 16-12 Layout 16-12 TrueType Options 16-13 Ink Cartridge ...
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...International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement 22-4 Important Safety Instructions 22-5 Compilation and Publication Notice 22-8 Trademarks 22-8 23Specifications Product Description 23-1 Fax Specifications 23-1 Printer Specifications 23-3 Printing 23-3 Controller 23-3 Print Media 23-4 24Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting 24-1 Fax-Back System 24-1 Brother...14 Cleaning the MFC Printer Platen 24-14 Storing an Extra Ink Cartridge 24-15 Preserving Ink Cartridges 24-15 Disposing of the Used Ink Cartridge 24-16 Replacing the Ink Cartridges (Routine Maintenance...
...International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement 22-4 Important Safety Instructions 22-5 Compilation and Publication Notice 22-8 Trademarks 22-8 23Specifications Product Description 23-1 Fax Specifications 23-1 Printer Specifications 23-3 Printing 23-3 Controller 23-3 Print Media 23-4 24Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting 24-1 Fax-Back System 24-1 Brother...14 Cleaning the MFC Printer Platen 24-14 Storing an Extra Ink Cartridge 24-15 Preserving Ink Cartridges 24-15 Disposing of the Used Ink Cartridge 24-16 Replacing the Ink Cartridges (Routine Maintenance...
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...to get basic information. function mode. Also use this key to copy photo- 6 RWD ( ) graphs. MFC 7050C Control Panel Keys 31 32 29 28 27 26 25 24 20 21 23 22 30 1 2 3 ... 12 Shift 21 22 23 24 RWD FWD Message Center Voice Fax Record Erase Play Color Printer On/Off Line Reset Priority Ink Management Copy Enlarge Reduce Sort Photo Copy Stop Start 18 19 17 16 15 14 ...(ready to receive PC Shift key. LCD displays messages to help you set and operate your MFC. 30 Function Lets you access the function dialing type during playback. Makes black and white copies...
...to get basic information. function mode. Also use this key to copy photo- 6 RWD ( ) graphs. MFC 7050C Control Panel Keys 31 32 29 28 27 26 25 24 20 21 23 22 30 1 2 3 ... 12 Shift 21 22 23 24 RWD FWD Message Center Voice Fax Record Erase Play Color Printer On/Off Line Reset Priority Ink Management Copy Enlarge Reduce Sort Photo Copy Stop Start 18 19 17 16 15 14 ...(ready to receive PC Shift key. LCD displays messages to help you set and operate your MFC. 30 Function Lets you access the function dialing type during playback. Makes black and white copies...
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Whenever you transport the MFC, use the packing materials that came with Extension Owner's Manual (Both trays are the same) Remote Retrieval Access Card Brother MFL Pro CD-ROM StartCard If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA), 1-800-853-6660 (from within... for the correct item numbers. If you do not pack the MFC correctly, you may void your MFC. Packing List Make sure you have the following items: Telephone Line Cord Handset Curled Cord Telephone Handset Ink Cartridges (Color & Black) Bi-directional IEEE-1284 Parallel Cable Document Wire Extension ...
Whenever you transport the MFC, use the packing materials that came with Extension Owner's Manual (Both trays are the same) Remote Retrieval Access Card Brother MFL Pro CD-ROM StartCard If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA), 1-800-853-6660 (from within... for the correct item numbers. If you do not pack the MFC correctly, you may void your MFC. Packing List Make sure you have the following items: Telephone Line Cord Handset Curled Cord Telephone Handset Ink Cartridges (Color & Black) Bi-directional IEEE-1284 Parallel Cable Document Wire Extension ...
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However, before you print on the right side. Set the paper thickness lever to the Paper position for : s Plain Paper s Ink Jet Paper 2-8 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS See Paper Specifications for Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder p. 3-3 Use the Envelopes position for: s Envelopes s Glossy Paper s Transparencies s Greeting Cards s Labels s Index Cards s ...
However, before you print on the right side. Set the paper thickness lever to the Paper position for : s Plain Paper s Ink Jet Paper 2-8 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS See Paper Specifications for Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder p. 3-3 Use the Envelopes position for: s Envelopes s Glossy Paper s Transparencies s Greeting Cards s Labels s Index Cards s ...
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If you are for initial setup only. Assembly and Connections After a few seconds, the ink cartridge carrier will move to its loading position. 3 Unpack the Color ink cartridge. Installing Ink Cartridges (Initial Setup) The following steps are replacing ink cartridges, then follow the steps in "Replacing the Ink Cartridges (Routine Maintenance)" on page 24-16. 1 Check that the power is on. The screen alternately displays: SET CARTRIDGES PLS OPEN COVER 2 Open the cover. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2-9
If you are for initial setup only. Assembly and Connections After a few seconds, the ink cartridge carrier will move to its loading position. 3 Unpack the Color ink cartridge. Installing Ink Cartridges (Initial Setup) The following steps are replacing ink cartridges, then follow the steps in "Replacing the Ink Cartridges (Routine Maintenance)" on page 24-16. 1 Check that the power is on. The screen alternately displays: SET CARTRIDGES PLS OPEN COVER 2 Open the cover. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2-9
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...Color ink cartridge must be in the carrier, they are not locked into place, so repeat Steps 5 and 6. 7 Close the cover. Do NOT touch or remove the copper contact area! Match the color indicators on the ink... cartridge and the cartridge carrier. 5 Insert the new starter Color ink cartridge into the...ink cartridge in the right-slot. 6 Repeat Steps 3-5 to use it snaps. RIGHT:1.YES 2.NO 8 Press 1 if you have purchased the Photo ink... cartridge accessory and want to install the new starter Black (or Photo) ink cartridge in the ...
...Color ink cartridge must be in the carrier, they are not locked into place, so repeat Steps 5 and 6. 7 Close the cover. Do NOT touch or remove the copper contact area! Match the color indicators on the ink... cartridge and the cartridge carrier. 5 Insert the new starter Color ink cartridge into the...ink cartridge in the right-slot. 6 Repeat Steps 3-5 to use it snaps. RIGHT:1.YES 2.NO 8 Press 1 if you have purchased the Photo ink... cartridge accessory and want to install the new starter Black (or Photo) ink cartridge in the ...
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... counter for checking and changing the alignment of the ink cartridges. COLOR:1.NEW2.OLD 13 Press 1 that you installed the new starter Color ink cartridge. ALIGNMENT LOAD PAPER AND PRESS START KEY 14 Make sure paper is low or empty. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2 -11 DID YOU INSTALL? BLACK...:1.NEW2.OLD 10 Press 1 if you installed a new Photo ink cartridge (accessory). If needed, adjust...
... counter for checking and changing the alignment of the ink cartridges. COLOR:1.NEW2.OLD 13 Press 1 that you installed the new starter Color ink cartridge. ALIGNMENT LOAD PAPER AND PRESS START KEY 14 Make sure paper is low or empty. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2 -11 DID YOU INSTALL? BLACK...:1.NEW2.OLD 10 Press 1 if you installed a new Photo ink cartridge (accessory). If needed, adjust...
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... it will not dry out. Printing with the Photo ink cartridge accessory so it in the MFC until you are ready to install it . Refilling empty ink cartridges voids your warranty. s Leave empty ink cartridges in the cartridge container that was supplied with an...may cause problems. s Do not refill ink cartridges. Preserving Ink Cartridges For long life and optimum performance: s Do NOT unpack a new ink cartridge until you are ready to replace them. Use only genuine Brother ink cartridges. 2 -12 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Incompatible inks can cause damage to clean, replace ...
... it will not dry out. Printing with the Photo ink cartridge accessory so it in the MFC until you are ready to install it . Refilling empty ink cartridges voids your warranty. s Leave empty ink cartridges in the cartridge container that was supplied with an...may cause problems. s Do not refill ink cartridges. Preserving Ink Cartridges For long life and optimum performance: s Do NOT unpack a new ink cartridge until you are ready to replace them. Use only genuine Brother ink cartridges. 2 -12 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Incompatible inks can cause damage to clean, replace ...
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... print quality. Assembly and Connections Aligning Ink Cartridges This feature allows you start the alignment procedure. 1 Press Ink Management . 2 Press or to select 2.ALIGNMENT and press Set . 2.ALIGNMENT LOAD PAPER AND PRESS START KEY 3 Press Start . The MFC prints the Alignment Test Sheet. PRINTING ...Study the alignment page and decide which sample numbers show the most evenly printed ink lines for A, B, C and D. (If you are using the Photo ink cartridge, only ink lines A and B will be printed.) 4 ...
... print quality. Assembly and Connections Aligning Ink Cartridges This feature allows you start the alignment procedure. 1 Press Ink Management . 2 Press or to select 2.ALIGNMENT and press Set . 2.ALIGNMENT LOAD PAPER AND PRESS START KEY 3 Press Start . The MFC prints the Alignment Test Sheet. PRINTING ...Study the alignment page and decide which sample numbers show the most evenly printed ink lines for A, B, C and D. (If you are using the Photo ink cartridge, only ink lines A and B will be printed.) 4 ...
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... them from memory. 2 -14 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS s Before discarding an empty ink cartridge, place it again. Caution s Do not shake a used ink cartridge, the ink will have to use it in memory. While the Photo ink cartridge is the same right-slot reserved...supplied with the Photo ink cartridge. Photo Printouts For sharper photo printouts, purchase the Brother Photo ink cartridge. (See "Ordering Accessories and Supplies," page ii, item # LC11PH.) We recommend using Kodak Inkjet Photographic Quality Paper Photo Weight with the Photo ink cartridge accessory. proof bag...
... them from memory. 2 -14 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS s Before discarding an empty ink cartridge, place it again. Caution s Do not shake a used ink cartridge, the ink will have to use it in memory. While the Photo ink cartridge is the same right-slot reserved...supplied with the Photo ink cartridge. Photo Printouts For sharper photo printouts, purchase the Brother Photo ink cartridge. (See "Ordering Accessories and Supplies," page ii, item # LC11PH.) We recommend using Kodak Inkjet Photographic Quality Paper Photo Weight with the Photo ink cartridge accessory. proof bag...
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... below . Poor Print Quality Assembly and Connections Good Print Quality 4 Examine the test pattern. The MFC starts printing to select 1.HEAD CLEANING and press Set . 3 Press Start . A broken line indicates clogged nozzles. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2 -15 Cleaning the Ink Cartridges If print quality is improving so run the cleaning two more times.
... below . Poor Print Quality Assembly and Connections Good Print Quality 4 Examine the test pattern. The MFC starts printing to select 1.HEAD CLEANING and press Set . 3 Press Start . A broken line indicates clogged nozzles. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2 -15 Cleaning the Ink Cartridges If print quality is improving so run the cleaning two more times.
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.... 17 Reinstall the ink cartridges (insert cartridges and press backward until they snap). 18 Repeat Steps 2-5 to select 3.REPLACE INK and press Set . If the nozzle test line is still unsatisfactory, perform the steps in one direction so the colors do not mix. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS If... the lines are still broken, clean the ink nozzles manually. To dissolve dried ink, hold the damp cloth against the nozzles for about three seconds. Gently blot...
.... 17 Reinstall the ink cartridges (insert cartridges and press backward until they snap). 18 Repeat Steps 2-5 to select 3.REPLACE INK and press Set . If the nozzle test line is still unsatisfactory, perform the steps in one direction so the colors do not mix. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS If... the lines are still broken, clean the ink nozzles manually. To dissolve dried ink, hold the damp cloth against the nozzles for about three seconds. Gently blot...
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...). 8 Close the cover. 9 Plug the power cord into their ink nozzles. 1 Press Ink Management . 2 Press or to clean the cartridge carrier contacts inside the MFC. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2 -17 Carrier Contacts 7 Reinstall both ink cartridges (press cartridges forward until they snap and lift out). 6 ...Use a clean, dry cloth to select 3.REPLACE INK and press Set . 3 Open the cover. The...
...). 8 Close the cover. 9 Plug the power cord into their ink nozzles. 1 Press Ink Management . 2 Press or to clean the cartridge carrier contacts inside the MFC. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2 -17 Carrier Contacts 7 Reinstall both ink cartridges (press cartridges forward until they snap and lift out). 6 ...Use a clean, dry cloth to select 3.REPLACE INK and press Set . 3 Open the cover. The...
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...printer driver. Paper PA P E R 3-1 We recommend testing various papers before purchasing large quantities. 3Paper Paper Affects the Print Quality The quality of paper you print on ink jet paper, transparencies and glossy paper, be sure to select the correct media in the "Quality/Color" tab in the MFC.... You can be affected by removing each page after copying or printing. For best results, use Brother special ink jet paper and transparencies. (For information about ordering Brother paper, see page ii.) When you use ...
...printer driver. Paper PA P E R 3-1 We recommend testing various papers before purchasing large quantities. 3Paper Paper Affects the Print Quality The quality of paper you print on ink jet paper, transparencies and glossy paper, be sure to select the correct media in the "Quality/Color" tab in the MFC.... You can be affected by removing each page after copying or printing. For best results, use Brother special ink jet paper and transparencies. (For information about ordering Brother paper, see page ii.) When you use ...
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To provide optimum print quality, Brother manufactures ink jet paper and transparencies specifically for the MFC 7050C Plain Paper: Xerox 4200 Ink Jet Paper: Brother BPHRL Glossy Paper: Kodak Inkjet Photographic Quality Paper Photo Weight Transparencies: Brother BPTRL 3-2 PA P E R Handling and Using Special Paper s Store paper in ...the shiny (coated) side. s Do not touch either side of glossy paper is shiny. Transparencies designed for laser printers/copiers may cause decreased output quality. About Paper For optimum output quality, use paper that is appropriate for your next ...
To provide optimum print quality, Brother manufactures ink jet paper and transparencies specifically for the MFC 7050C Plain Paper: Xerox 4200 Ink Jet Paper: Brother BPHRL Glossy Paper: Kodak Inkjet Photographic Quality Paper Photo Weight Transparencies: Brother BPTRL 3-2 PA P E R Handling and Using Special Paper s Store paper in ...the shiny (coated) side. s Do not touch either side of glossy paper is shiny. Transparencies designed for laser printers/copiers may cause decreased output quality. About Paper For optimum output quality, use paper that is appropriate for your next ...
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... clips, paste or tape attached. DO NOT use curled, wrinkled, folded, or ripped paper, or paper with ink are completely dry. s Adjust the paper guides to 20 pages, feeding each one individually through the MFC. SETUP SEND 7-1 7Setup Send Before You Begin s Documents must be between 2.75 and 8.5 inches wide, and 5 and...
... clips, paste or tape attached. DO NOT use curled, wrinkled, folded, or ripped paper, or paper with ink are completely dry. s Adjust the paper guides to 20 pages, feeding each one individually through the MFC. SETUP SEND 7-1 7Setup Send Before You Begin s Documents must be between 2.75 and 8.5 inches wide, and 5 and...