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This documentation is for both MFC and DCP models. SOFTWARE USER'S GUIDE For DCP users; Where it says 'MFC' in this user's guide, please read 'MFC' as 'DCP'. Version D USA
This documentation is for both MFC and DCP models. SOFTWARE USER'S GUIDE For DCP users; Where it says 'MFC' in this user's guide, please read 'MFC' as 'DCP'. Version D USA
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... a Software License Agreement specific to its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. SanDisk is a trademark of Fujifilm Co. Windows Vista is mentioned in this Software User's Guide, the User's.... xD-Picture Card is a licensee of the SD and miniSD trademarks. i Trademarks The Brother logo is a registered trademark of SanDisk Corporation. CompactFlash is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. Memory Stick is a trademark of Nuance Communications, Inc. Memory Stick PRO,...
... a Software License Agreement specific to its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. SanDisk is a trademark of Fujifilm Co. Windows Vista is mentioned in this Software User's Guide, the User's.... xD-Picture Card is a licensee of the SD and miniSD trademarks. i Trademarks The Brother logo is a registered trademark of SanDisk Corporation. CompactFlash is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. Memory Stick is a trademark of Nuance Communications, Inc. Memory Stick PRO,...
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... ...11 Automatic Duplex Printing (MFC-6890CDW only 12 Advanced tab...14 Color/Grayscale ...15 Color Settings ...15 Use Watermark...16 Watermark Settings ...17 Other Print Options...19 Support ...28 Using FaceFilter Studio for photo printing by REALLUSION 30 Starting FaceFilter Studio with your Brother machine turned On 31 Starting FaceFilter Studio when your...
... ...11 Automatic Duplex Printing (MFC-6890CDW only 12 Advanced tab...14 Color/Grayscale ...15 Color Settings ...15 Use Watermark...16 Watermark Settings ...17 Other Print Options...19 Support ...28 Using FaceFilter Studio for photo printing by REALLUSION 30 Starting FaceFilter Studio with your Brother machine turned On 31 Starting FaceFilter Studio when your...
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.../View Received (Not available for MFC-250C and MFC-290C 91 Address Book ...92 Setup ...92 DEVICE SETTING...93 Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C 94 Quick-Dial (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C 94 Ink Level ...95 User's Guide...95 iii
.../View Received (Not available for MFC-250C and MFC-290C 91 Address Book ...92 Setup ...92 DEVICE SETTING...93 Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C 94 Quick-Dial (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C 94 Ink Level ...95 User's Guide...95 iii
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... Text ...125 For MFC-5890CN and MFC-6490CW 125 For MFC-6890CDW...126 5 Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C) 127 Remote Setup...127 6 Brother PC-FAX Software (MFC models only) 129 PC-FAX sending ...129 Setting up user information...129 Sending setup...130... PC-FAX using the Facsimile style user interface 132 Sending a file as a PC-FAX using the Simple style user interface 133 Address Book ...135 Brother Address Book ...136 Setting up a member in the Address Book 136 Speed Dial setup ...137 Setting up a group for broadcasting 138 Editing member information...
... Text ...125 For MFC-5890CN and MFC-6490CW 125 For MFC-6890CDW...126 5 Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C) 127 Remote Setup...127 6 Brother PC-FAX Software (MFC models only) 129 PC-FAX sending ...129 Setting up user information...129 Sending setup...130... PC-FAX using the Facsimile style user interface 132 Sending a file as a PC-FAX using the Simple style user interface 133 Address Book ...135 Brother Address Book ...136 Setting up a member in the Address Book 136 Speed Dial setup ...137 Setting up a group for broadcasting 138 Editing member information...
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...type of paper...156 Simultaneous printing, scanning and faxing 156 Clearing data from the memory ...156 Status Monitor ...157 Using the Brother Ink driver ...158 Choosing page setup options ...158 Automatic Duplex Printing (MFC-6890CDW only 160 Choosing printing options ...162 Basic settings......163 Media Type...163 Quality ...164 Color Mode ...164 Advanced settings ...165 Color/Grayscale ...166 Other Print Options...168 Support ...169 Sending a fax (MFC models only) ...170 Drag a vCard from ...
...type of paper...156 Simultaneous printing, scanning and faxing 156 Clearing data from the memory ...156 Status Monitor ...157 Using the Brother Ink driver ...158 Choosing page setup options ...158 Automatic Duplex Printing (MFC-6890CDW only 160 Choosing printing options ...162 Basic settings......163 Media Type...163 Quality ...164 Color Mode ...164 Advanced settings ...165 Color/Grayscale ...166 Other Print Options...168 Support ...169 Sending a fax (MFC models only) ...170 Drag a vCard from ...
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... a new default for Scan to File...208 COPY / PC-FAX (PC-FAX is MFC models only 209 DEVICE SETTINGS ...211 Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C 212 Quick-Dial (Not available for Presto! PageManager...193 Features ...193 System requirements for...
... a new default for Scan to File...208 COPY / PC-FAX (PC-FAX is MFC models only 209 DEVICE SETTINGS ...211 Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C 212 Quick-Dial (Not available for Presto! PageManager...193 Features ...193 System requirements for...
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... Text ...240 For MFC-5890CN and MFC-6490CW 240 For MFC-6890CDW...241 13 Remote Setup & PhotoCapture Center® 242 Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C 242 PhotoCapture Center®...244 For USB cable users ...244 For network users (For models with built-in network...
... Text ...240 For MFC-5890CN and MFC-6490CW 240 For MFC-6890CDW...241 13 Remote Setup & PhotoCapture Center® 242 Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C 242 PhotoCapture Center®...244 For USB cable users ...244 For network users (For models with built-in network...
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Section I Windows® Printing Scanning ControlCenter3 Network Scanning (For models with built-in network support) Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C) Brother PC-FAX Software (MFC models only) PhotoCapture Center® Firewall settings (For Network users) I 2 37 69 96 127 129 148 151
Section I Windows® Printing Scanning ControlCenter3 Network Scanning (For models with built-in network support) Remote Setup (Not available for DCP models, MFC-250C and MFC-290C) Brother PC-FAX Software (MFC models only) PhotoCapture Center® Firewall settings (For Network users) I 2 37 69 96 127 129 148 151
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Screens on your PC may need to configure the firewall settings. Using the Brother printer driver 1 A printer driver translates the data from your PC. Low Running Cost Whenever a particular ink color requires replacement, you may vary depending on your operating system. • If your PC ...drivers on page 151 to configure your software or contact the software manufacturer. Brilliant High Quality Output Printing at : http://solutions.brother.com Features 1 This machine offers many other features. This feature is available for Network Standard models only. Ethernet The Ethernet ...
Screens on your PC may need to configure the firewall settings. Using the Brother printer driver 1 A printer driver translates the data from your PC. Low Running Cost Whenever a particular ink color requires replacement, you may vary depending on your operating system. • If your PC ...drivers on page 151 to configure your software or contact the software manufacturer. Brilliant High Quality Output Printing at : http://solutions.brother.com Features 1 This machine offers many other features. This feature is available for Network Standard models only. Ethernet The Ethernet ...
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However, when the machine is important to read About paper in the printer memory by pressing the Stop/Exit key on paper, it is copying or receiving a fax on the control panel. 3 Clearing data from the memory 1 If the LCD shows Data Remaining, you can print from your computer while sending or receiving a fax in memory, or while scanning a document into the computer. Be sure to choose the right type of paper 1 1 For high quality printing, it pauses the PC printing operation, and then continues printing when copying or fax receiving has finished. Simultaneous printing, scanning...
However, when the machine is important to read About paper in the printer memory by pressing the Stop/Exit key on paper, it is copying or receiving a fax on the control panel. 3 Clearing data from the memory 1 If the LCD shows Data Remaining, you can print from your computer while sending or receiving a fax in memory, or while scanning a document into the computer. Be sure to choose the right type of paper 1 1 For high quality printing, it pauses the PC printing operation, and then continues printing when copying or fax receiving has finished. Simultaneous printing, scanning...
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... A green icon indicates the normal stand-by choosing Status Monitor located in Start/All Programs/Brother/MFC-XXXX on the desktop. 4 Note For more information about using the Status Monitor software, right-...on your PC-in the tasktray or on your PC, the Status Monitor icon appears on Brother genuine supplies. Click the Visit the Genuine Supplies website button for monitoring the status of error...required. Monitoring the machine's status 1 Once you to the Brother Genuine Supplies website. Printing Status Monitor 1 1 The Status Monitor utility is also a link to get...
... A green icon indicates the normal stand-by choosing Status Monitor located in Start/All Programs/Brother/MFC-XXXX on the desktop. 4 Note For more information about using the Status Monitor software, right-...on your PC-in the tasktray or on your PC, the Status Monitor icon appears on Brother genuine supplies. Click the Visit the Genuine Supplies website button for monitoring the status of error...required. Monitoring the machine's status 1 Once you to the Brother Genuine Supplies website. Printing Status Monitor 1 1 The Status Monitor utility is also a link to get...
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Note Even if the Status Monitor is off, you want to switch off the Status Monitor If you can check the machine's status at any time by clicking Status Monitor from the Start menu on Startup to clear the check mark. Printing Turning off the Status Monitor, follow these steps: 1 1 a Right-click the Status Monitor icon or window and click Load Status Monitor on your PC. 5 b Right-click again then click Exit.
Note Even if the Status Monitor is off, you want to switch off the Status Monitor If you can check the machine's status at any time by clicking Status Monitor from the Start menu on Startup to clear the check mark. Printing Turning off the Status Monitor, follow these steps: 1 1 a Right-click the Status Monitor icon or window and click Load Status Monitor on your PC. 5 b Right-click again then click Exit.
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b Choose Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is your application. Printing Printer driver settings You can change the following printer settings when you print from your PC: Media Type/Quality (Speed) Paper Size Page Layout Color Settings Automatic Duplex printing (Available on MFC-6890CDW) Scaling Use Watermark Print Date & Time Quick Print Setup Accessing the printer driver settings a Click File, then Print in your model name) and click Properties. The printer properties dialog box appears. 1 1 1 6
b Choose Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is your application. Printing Printer driver settings You can change the following printer settings when you print from your PC: Media Type/Quality (Speed) Paper Size Page Layout Color Settings Automatic Duplex printing (Available on MFC-6890CDW) Scaling Use Watermark Print Date & Time Quick Print Setup Accessing the printer driver settings a Click File, then Print in your model name) and click Properties. The printer properties dialog box appears. 1 1 1 6
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... plain paper on which ink dries slowly. To return to apply your setting for Slow Drying Paper, Media Type and Quality (1). b Choose Borderless, Paper Size, Color Mode, Orientation, number of text. Note Check Slow Drying Paper when printing with Paper Tray#2) e Click OK (6) to the default settings, click Default (5), then OK...
... plain paper on which ink dries slowly. To return to apply your setting for Slow Drying Paper, Media Type and Quality (1). b Choose Borderless, Paper Size, Color Mode, Orientation, number of text. Note Check Slow Drying Paper when printing with Paper Tray#2) e Click OK (6) to the default settings, click Default (5), then OK...
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...transfer time and print time will vary depending on the selected media type. Plain Paper Inkjet Paper Brother BP71 Photo Paper Brother BP61 Photo Paper Other Photo Paper Transparencies Quality 1 The quality selection lets you choose the... print quality and speed are available will be selected in bold. Media Type Plain Paper 1 Color/Grayscale Color/Grayscale Inkjet Paper Color/Grayscale Brother BP71 Photo Paper, Brother BP61 Photo Paper or Other Photo Paper Color/Grayscale Transparencies Color/Grayscale 1 If you can only choose Fine.
...transfer time and print time will vary depending on the selected media type. Plain Paper Inkjet Paper Brother BP71 Photo Paper Brother BP61 Photo Paper Other Photo Paper Transparencies Quality 1 The quality selection lets you choose the... print quality and speed are available will be selected in bold. Media Type Plain Paper 1 Color/Grayscale Color/Grayscale Inkjet Paper Color/Grayscale Brother BP71 Photo Paper, Brother BP61 Photo Paper or Other Photo Paper Color/Grayscale Transparencies Color/Grayscale 1 If you can only choose Fine.
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You can also choose the borderless setting for this custom size. To do borderless printing 1 From the Paper Size pull down list, choose the Paper Size you are using the Ledger (Short Grain) setting. 9 Consult the paper packaging or paper manufacturer for paper specifications. • Printing will be short grain paper. Note For 11 × 17 models • If your prints look smudged when you want to 8.5 × 14 in. (215.9 × 355.6 mm) or 11.3 x 17 in . (88.9 × 127.0 mm) to print such as Letter (Borderless) or Ledger (Borderless) (Available on 11 x 17 models)....
You can also choose the borderless setting for this custom size. To do borderless printing 1 From the Paper Size pull down list, choose the Paper Size you are using the Ledger (Short Grain) setting. 9 Consult the paper packaging or paper manufacturer for paper specifications. • Printing will be short grain paper. Note For 11 × 17 models • If your prints look smudged when you want to 8.5 × 14 in. (215.9 × 355.6 mm) or 11.3 x 17 in . (88.9 × 127.0 mm) to print such as Letter (Borderless) or Ledger (Borderless) (Available on 11 x 17 models)....
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... (Vertical) Landscape (Horizontal) Note If your print size and prints the document in poster print mode. The color is adjusted to this, we recommend you use the one in the application. 10 The 1 in N options enlarges your application software contains a similar function to print ...more vivid colors. Border Line 1 When N in 1 with the PC monitor. 1 1 Natural: Use for business graphics such as charts, graphics...
... (Vertical) Landscape (Horizontal) Note If your print size and prints the document in poster print mode. The color is adjusted to this, we recommend you use the one in the application. 10 The 1 in N options enlarges your application software contains a similar function to print ...more vivid colors. Border Line 1 When N in 1 with the PC monitor. 1 1 Natural: Use for business graphics such as charts, graphics...
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Printing Copies The Copies selection sets the number of copies that will be printed (1 to 999). 1 1 Collate 1 With Collate checked, one complete copy of your document in the opposite order. 11 If Collate is unchecked, then each page will be printed according to the number of the document is printed. Reverse Order 1 Reverse Order prints the pages of your document will be printed and then reprinted according to the number of copies chosen before the next page of copies you choose.
Printing Copies The Copies selection sets the number of copies that will be printed (1 to 999). 1 1 Collate 1 With Collate checked, one complete copy of your document in the opposite order. 11 If Collate is unchecked, then each page will be printed according to the number of the document is printed. Reverse Order 1 Reverse Order prints the pages of your document will be printed and then reprinted according to the number of copies chosen before the next page of copies you choose.
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Guidelines for the Media Type and Tray 1 as the Paper Source only. If the paper is not feeding properly, it . Duplex Setting 1 Check Duplex/Booklet and then click the Duplex Setting button to use the duplex (two-sided) printing feature. Remove the paper and straighten it may wrinkle. If the paper is curled, flatten it and then put it back in the paper tray. If the paper is thin, it may be curled. In this mode, the machine prints on both sides of the paper 1 The Duplex/Booklet function supports Plain Paper for printing on both sides of the ...
Guidelines for the Media Type and Tray 1 as the Paper Source only. If the paper is not feeding properly, it . Duplex Setting 1 Check Duplex/Booklet and then click the Duplex Setting button to use the duplex (two-sided) printing feature. Remove the paper and straighten it may wrinkle. If the paper is curled, flatten it and then put it back in the paper tray. If the paper is thin, it may be curled. In this mode, the machine prints on both sides of the paper 1 The Duplex/Booklet function supports Plain Paper for printing on both sides of the ...