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If You Need to Call Customer Service Please complete the following information for future reference: Model Number: FAX-2800, FAX-2900, FAX-3800, MFC-4800 (Circle your purchase, in the event of the unit. Retain this Owner's Manual with your sales receipt as a permanent record of your model number) Serial Number*: Date of Purchase: Place of Purchase: * The serial number is on the back of theft, fire or warranty service. ©1996-2001 Brother Industries, Ltd.
If You Need to Call Customer Service Please complete the following information for future reference: Model Number: FAX-2800, FAX-2900, FAX-3800, MFC-4800 (Circle your purchase, in the event of the unit. Retain this Owner's Manual with your sales receipt as a permanent record of your model number) Serial Number*: Date of Purchase: Place of Purchase: * The serial number is on the back of theft, fire or warranty service. ©1996-2001 Brother Industries, Ltd.
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... machine, not just the one -stop resource for all your FAX/MFC using this manual, call our fax-back system, and follow the voice prompts to common technical questions and product information for all Brother products. For Customer Service In USA: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) 1-908-575-...4898 (fax) 1-514-685-6464 (voice) (within Montreal) (USA Only) The Brother fax-back system number has been preprogrammed on One Touch key 1 (for FAX-2800/2900/3800) and Speed Dial #01 (for Brother Printer Driver updates. You can download the latest software and utilities, read FAQs and ...
... machine, not just the one -stop resource for all your FAX/MFC using this manual, call our fax-back system, and follow the voice prompts to common technical questions and product information for all Brother products. For Customer Service In USA: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) 1-908-575-...4898 (fax) 1-514-685-6464 (voice) (within Montreal) (USA Only) The Brother fax-back system number has been preprogrammed on One Touch key 1 (for FAX-2800/2900/3800) and Speed Dial #01 (for Brother Printer Driver updates. You can download the latest software and utilities, read FAQs and ...
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..., you can order accessories directly from within that country. Calls must call the country where you can visit us online for a complete selection of Brother accessories and supplies available for purchase.) In USA: 1-888-879-3232 (voice) 1-800-947-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com In Canada:...Line Surges and Voltage Spikes (2 Outlets) QPD120 Power Protector for A/C Power and Phone Line Surges and Voltage Spikes (8 Outlets) FX 120 Owner's Manual LE1933001 IEEE-1284 Bi-directional Parallel Cable F2A046-10 **Multi-Function Link® Pro Suite is NOT available on floppy disks. ii...
..., you can order accessories directly from within that country. Calls must call the country where you can visit us online for a complete selection of Brother accessories and supplies available for purchase.) In USA: 1-888-879-3232 (voice) 1-800-947-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com In Canada:...Line Surges and Voltage Spikes (2 Outlets) QPD120 Power Protector for A/C Power and Phone Line Surges and Voltage Spikes (8 Outlets) FX 120 Owner's Manual LE1933001 IEEE-1284 Bi-directional Parallel Cable F2A046-10 **Multi-Function Link® Pro Suite is NOT available on floppy disks. ii...
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...LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE), WILL BE LIMITED TO $50. The contents of this manual and the specifications of this manual has been compiled and published, covering the latest product descriptions and specifications. Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained...RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITS CORRECTNESS, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, CURRENTNESS OR OTHERWISE. IN NO EVENT WILL BROTHER'S LICENSOR(S) BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS ...
...LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE), WILL BE LIMITED TO $50. The contents of this manual and the specifications of this manual has been compiled and published, covering the latest product descriptions and specifications. Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained...RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITS CORRECTNESS, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, CURRENTNESS OR OTHERWISE. IN NO EVENT WILL BROTHER'S LICENSOR(S) BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS ...
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..., exemplary, or punitive damages, including lost profits, arising from the date of purchase for labour and parts, Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. ("Brother"), or its Authorized Service Centers, Distributors, Dealers, Agents or employees, shall create another warranty or modify this warranty...a Sales Receipt. Operation of the MFC/Facsimile machine in excess of the specifications or with your Operation Manual for proper packaging.) BROTHER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS ...
..., exemplary, or punitive damages, including lost profits, arising from the date of purchase for labour and parts, Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. ("Brother"), or its Authorized Service Centers, Distributors, Dealers, Agents or employees, shall create another warranty or modify this warranty...a Sales Receipt. Operation of the MFC/Facsimile machine in excess of the specifications or with your Operation Manual for proper packaging.) BROTHER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS ...
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... or to select ON, and then press Menu/ Set. 5 Press 1 to select additional settings -OR-Press 2 to select FAX ONLY, FAX/TEL, TAD:ANSWER MACH. Manual Reception 1 Pick up the handset. 2 Press Fax Start if you select FAX/TEL, make sure to fax. 8 Enter the fax number. 9 Press Fax Start. Receiving... sent, and then press Menu/Set. 7 Press 1 to select additional settings -OR-Press 2 if you are ready to set Ring Delay and F/T Ring Time. or MANUAL. Sending a Cover Page 1 Place the original face down in the ADF. 2 Enter the fax number using One Touch (FAX models only), Speed Dial, Search or...
... or to select ON, and then press Menu/ Set. 5 Press 1 to select additional settings -OR-Press 2 to select FAX ONLY, FAX/TEL, TAD:ANSWER MACH. Manual Reception 1 Pick up the handset. 2 Press Fax Start if you select FAX/TEL, make sure to fax. 8 Enter the fax number. 9 Press Fax Start. Receiving... sent, and then press Menu/Set. 7 Press 1 to select additional settings -OR-Press 2 if you are ready to set Ring Delay and F/T Ring Time. or MANUAL. Sending a Cover Page 1 Place the original face down in the ADF. 2 Enter the fax number using One Touch (FAX models only), Speed Dial, Search or...
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... appear, use Windows® Explorer to read. H O W T O A C C E S S T H E C O M P L E T E O W N E R ' S M A N U A L ( F O R M F C - 4 8 0 0 O N L Y ) ix How to Access the Complete Owner's Manual (For MFC-4800 Only) This Owner's Manual does not contain the information for the documentation you want to read the complete Owner's Manual that is included on the CD-ROM. When you want to run the setup.exe...
... appear, use Windows® Explorer to read. H O W T O A C C E S S T H E C O M P L E T E O W N E R ' S M A N U A L ( F O R M F C - 4 8 0 0 O N L Y ) ix How to Access the Complete Owner's Manual (For MFC-4800 Only) This Owner's Manual does not contain the information for the documentation you want to read the complete Owner's Manual that is included on the CD-ROM. When you want to run the setup.exe...
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Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1-1 Using This Manual 1-1 Finding Information 1-1 Conventions Used in this Manual 1-1 Test Sheet Procedure and Product Registration (For USA Only 1-2 To Complete Your MFC-4800 Registration On-Line (For MFC-4800 Only 1-2 FAX-2800, FAX-2900 and FAX-3800 Control Panel Overview 1-3 MFC-4800 Control Panel Overview 1-5 About Fax Machines 1-7 Custom...
Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1-1 Using This Manual 1-1 Finding Information 1-1 Conventions Used in this Manual 1-1 Test Sheet Procedure and Product Registration (For USA Only 1-2 To Complete Your MFC-4800 Registration On-Line (For MFC-4800 Only 1-2 FAX-2800, FAX-2900 and FAX-3800 Control Panel Overview 1-3 MFC-4800 Control Panel Overview 1-5 About Fax Machines 1-7 Custom...
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... Up Sequential Polling Receive 5-6 Canceling a Scheduled Job 5-7 6 Setup Send 6-1 Before You Begin 6-1 Using the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder 6-1 Sending Faxes with Multiple Settings 6-2 Manual Transmission 6-2 Automatic Transmission 6-2 Manual and Automatic Fax Redial 6-3 Dual Access 6-3 Real Time Transmission 6-3 Checking Job Status 6-4 Canceling a Job While Scanning the Original 6-4 Canceling a Job in Memory 6-4 Basic Sending...
... Up Sequential Polling Receive 5-6 Canceling a Scheduled Job 5-7 6 Setup Send 6-1 Before You Begin 6-1 Using the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder 6-1 Sending Faxes with Multiple Settings 6-2 Manual Transmission 6-2 Automatic Transmission 6-2 Manual and Automatic Fax Redial 6-3 Dual Access 6-3 Real Time Transmission 6-3 Checking Job Status 6-4 Canceling a Job While Scanning the Original 6-4 Canceling a Job in Memory 6-4 Basic Sending...
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...(For FAX Models Only) and Speed Dial Numbers 7-2 Setting Up Groups for Broadcasting 7-3 Dialing Options 7-4 Manual Dialing 7-4 Search 7-4 Speed Dialing 7-5 One Touch Dialing (For FAX Models Only 7-5 Access Codes and ...8-1 Custom Features 8-1 Distinctive Ring 8-1 What Does Your Telephone Company's "Distinctive Ring" Do 8-1 What Does Brother's "Distinctive Ring" Do 8-1 Do You Have Voice Mail 8-2 Before You Choose the Ring Pattern to Register ...(For Domestic and International Long Distance Calls Only 8-6 Placing a Long Distance Telephone Call Using CallManage 8-6 Customer Support 8-6
...(For FAX Models Only) and Speed Dial Numbers 7-2 Setting Up Groups for Broadcasting 7-3 Dialing Options 7-4 Manual Dialing 7-4 Search 7-4 Speed Dialing 7-5 One Touch Dialing (For FAX Models Only 7-5 Access Codes and ...8-1 Custom Features 8-1 Distinctive Ring 8-1 What Does Your Telephone Company's "Distinctive Ring" Do 8-1 What Does Brother's "Distinctive Ring" Do 8-1 Do You Have Voice Mail 8-2 Before You Choose the Ring Pattern to Register ...(For Domestic and International Long Distance Calls Only 8-6 Placing a Long Distance Telephone Call Using CallManage 8-6 Customer Support 8-6
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...will be simple to use your FAX/MFC has a Reports key. For clarification, and to help you the proper response for purchasing a Brother fax machine or multi-function center (FAX/ MFC). Warnings detail precautions you to related topic. Improper Setup alerts you to devices and procedures... or avoid to prevent possible damage to the FAX/MFC. Cautions specify procedures you for a situation that are listed in this Manual Throughout this manual you'll see special symbols alerting you to important information, warnings, and actions to perform. Bubble Dot typeface identifies the messages...
...will be simple to use your FAX/MFC has a Reports key. For clarification, and to help you the proper response for purchasing a Brother fax machine or multi-function center (FAX/ MFC). Warnings detail precautions you to related topic. Improper Setup alerts you to devices and procedures... or avoid to prevent possible damage to the FAX/MFC. Cautions specify procedures you for a situation that are listed in this Manual Throughout this manual you'll see special symbols alerting you to important information, warnings, and actions to perform. Bubble Dot typeface identifies the messages...
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... set up your Station ID. (See Setting the Station ID, page 4-2 in the Owner's Manual.) In USA 1-877-268-9575 When your TEST SHEET is properly installed. Please fill out the form and return it to Brother's Automated Fax Response System as your first transmission. Test Sheet Procedure and Product Registration (For...
... set up your Station ID. (See Setting the Station ID, page 4-2 in the Owner's Manual.) In USA 1-877-268-9575 When your TEST SHEET is properly installed. Please fill out the form and return it to Brother's Automated Fax Response System as your first transmission. Test Sheet Procedure and Product Registration (For...
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... correct item numbers. 2 Assembly and Connections 2 Packing List Make sure you connect the MFC to 1,000 pages) Owner's Manual Test Sheet (For USA Only) Quick Setup Guide If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (in Note USA), 1-800-853-6660 (in Canada) or 1-514-685-6464...
... correct item numbers. 2 Assembly and Connections 2 Packing List Make sure you connect the MFC to 1,000 pages) Owner's Manual Test Sheet (For USA Only) Quick Setup Guide If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (in Note USA), 1-800-853-6660 (in Canada) or 1-514-685-6464...
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...'s line cord to connect an answering system. The TAD must plug your Brother machine. If You Subscribe to your Telephone Company's Distinctive Ring Service: You...MFC. However, when you can use as a regular phone. Whenever this phone (or TAD) is in this manual for recording your caller can also connect a separate telephone (or telephone answering device) directly to your machine and...handset that number as the FAX/MFC, the TAD answers all calls. If You Do Not Subscribe to MANUAL. If your TAD is plugged into the EXT. To disconnect the call and receives the fax. If ...
...'s line cord to connect an answering system. The TAD must plug your Brother machine. If You Subscribe to your Telephone Company's Distinctive Ring Service: You...MFC. However, when you can use as a regular phone. Whenever this phone (or TAD) is in this manual for recording your caller can also connect a separate telephone (or telephone answering device) directly to your machine and...handset that number as the FAX/MFC, the TAD answers all calls. If You Do Not Subscribe to MANUAL. If your TAD is plugged into the EXT. To disconnect the call and receives the fax. If ...
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... four wires (black, red, green, yellow). For example: "After the beep, leave a message or send a fax by giving your Fax Receive Code for people sending manual faxes. Special Line Considerations Roll-Over Phone Lines A roll-over system as long as it is the last number in the sequence, so the call...
... four wires (black, red, green, yellow). For example: "After the beep, leave a message or send a fax by giving your Fax Receive Code for people sending manual faxes. Special Line Considerations Roll-Over Phone Lines A roll-over system as long as it is the last number in the sequence, so the call...
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... be regarded as always. You can keep two-line telephones on other end into the L2 jack of the FAX/MFC cannot be connected to MANUAL. 4 Plug one end of the second telephone line cord for your TAD into the EXT.jack on the left side of the FAX/MFC. A S S E M B L Y A N D C O N N E C T I O N S 2 - 13...
... be regarded as always. You can keep two-line telephones on other end into the L2 jack of the FAX/MFC cannot be connected to MANUAL. 4 Plug one end of the second telephone line cord for your TAD into the EXT.jack on the left side of the FAX/MFC. A S S E M B L Y A N D C O N N E C T I O N S 2 - 13...
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User-friendly programming helps you need to do is shown below. All you take full advantage of these programming operations without the Owner's Manual. Alternating Displays Sometimes, the LCD alternates between the active setting and a Help message giving brief instructions about how to select FINE, and then press Menu/...
User-friendly programming helps you need to do is shown below. All you take full advantage of these programming operations without the Owner's Manual. Alternating Displays Sometimes, the LCD alternates between the active setting and a Help message giving brief instructions about how to select FINE, and then press Menu/...
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... the menu, press Menu/Set. LOCAL LANGUAGE (Canada Only) 1. Descriptions Page Changes for "double-ring" in FAX/ TEL, FAX ONLY, 5-2 MANUAL, or TAD mode. TONER SAVE 2. F/T RING TIME 3. AUTO REDUCTION TONE PULSE ENGLISH FRENCH 04 03 02 01 00 70 40 30 20 ON...Canada Only) 9. Options ON OFF ON OFF - SETUP RECEIVE Stop to Exit Menu Selections - - - GENERAL 5. FAX 7. EASY RECEIVE 4. See French Manual Number of rings before FAX/MFC answers in FAX/TEL mode. 5-3 Receive fax messages without pressing the 5-3 Fax Start key. You 5-5 can also personalize ...
... the menu, press Menu/Set. LOCAL LANGUAGE (Canada Only) 1. Descriptions Page Changes for "double-ring" in FAX/ TEL, FAX ONLY, 5-2 MANUAL, or TAD mode. TONER SAVE 2. F/T RING TIME 3. AUTO REDUCTION TONE PULSE ENGLISH FRENCH 04 03 02 01 00 70 40 30 20 ON...Canada Only) 9. Options ON OFF ON OFF - SETUP RECEIVE Stop to Exit Menu Selections - - - GENERAL 5. FAX 7. EASY RECEIVE 4. See French Manual Number of rings before FAX/MFC answers in FAX/TEL mode. 5-3 Receive fax messages without pressing the 5-3 Fax Start key. You 5-5 can also personalize ...
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.../TEL mode you want to use . Use this mode. LCD FAX ONLY (automatic receive) FAX/TEL* (fax/telephone) TAD:ANSWER MACH. (external telephone answering device) MANUAL (manual receive) How it works When to use it is not a fax it will ring (double-ring) for your phone line. If the call is on...
.../TEL mode you want to use . Use this mode. LCD FAX ONLY (automatic receive) FAX/TEL* (fax/telephone) TAD:ANSWER MACH. (external telephone answering device) MANUAL (manual receive) How it works When to use it is not a fax it will ring (double-ring) for your phone line. If the call is on...
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... to press Receive Mode until your active setting. After two seconds, the LCD returns to select how many times the line rings before it answers. MANUAL 2 Continue to that operation. If you have extension phones on the same line as the FAX/ MFC, keep the Ring Delay default setting of times...
... to press Receive Mode until your active setting. After two seconds, the LCD returns to select how many times the line rings before it answers. MANUAL 2 Continue to that operation. If you have extension phones on the same line as the FAX/ MFC, keep the Ring Delay default setting of times...