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...: 1-877-BROTHER (voice) Description Ink Cartridge Standard Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge (blue) Ink Cartridge (red) Premium Glossy Photo Paper (Letter size / 20 sheets) (4"×6" size / 20 sheets) Matte Inkjet Paper (Letter size / 25 sheets) Inkjet Plain Paper (Letter size / 250 sheets) Telephone Line Cord Telephone Handset (FAX-2480C only) Handset Curled Cord (FAX-2480C only) Cordless Handset (FAX-2580C only) Battery (FAX-2580C only...
...: 1-877-BROTHER (voice) Description Ink Cartridge Standard Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge (blue) Ink Cartridge (red) Premium Glossy Photo Paper (Letter size / 20 sheets) (4"×6" size / 20 sheets) Matte Inkjet Paper (Letter size / 25 sheets) Inkjet Plain Paper (Letter size / 250 sheets) Telephone Line Cord Telephone Handset (FAX-2480C only) Handset Curled Cord (FAX-2480C only) Cordless Handset (FAX-2580C only) Battery (FAX-2580C only...
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...this Product in shipping. What Brother will repair or replace the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items at 1-800-284-4329 for Fax, MFC and DCP and 1-800...heads, toner, drums, ink cartridges, print cartridges, refill ribbons, therma PLUS paper, thermal paper, and the cordless handset battery. Except as otherwise provided herein, Brother warrants that you purchased is not...a photocopy of your purchase you are responsible for loss or damage to this warranty. Brother® One Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service (USA only) Who is covered: This...
...this Product in shipping. What Brother will repair or replace the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items at 1-800-284-4329 for Fax, MFC and DCP and 1-800...heads, toner, drums, ink cartridges, print cartridges, refill ribbons, therma PLUS paper, thermal paper, and the cordless handset battery. Except as otherwise provided herein, Brother warrants that you purchased is not...a photocopy of your purchase you are responsible for loss or damage to this warranty. Brother® One Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service (USA only) Who is covered: This...
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...Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. ("Brother"), or its Authorized Service Centers, Distributors, Dealers, Agents or employees, shall create another warranty or modify this MFC/Facsimile machine free of or inability to your User's Guide for proper packaging.) For ink-jet products: Do not remove the ink cartridges... Service Centers, will VOID the Warranty. (Refer to use of such damages. Internet support: support@brother.ca or browse Brother's Web Site: www.brother.com Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. 1 Rue Hôtel de Ville Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, QC H9B 3H6 vii...
...Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. ("Brother"), or its Authorized Service Centers, Distributors, Dealers, Agents or employees, shall create another warranty or modify this MFC/Facsimile machine free of or inability to your User's Guide for proper packaging.) For ink-jet products: Do not remove the ink cartridges... Service Centers, will VOID the Warranty. (Refer to use of such damages. Internet support: support@brother.ca or browse Brother's Web Site: www.brother.com Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. 1 Rue Hôtel de Ville Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, QC H9B 3H6 vii...
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... poster 77 Sorting copies using the ADF (Black & White only 78 Adjusting Brightness, Contrast and Color 79 Paper options 80 Section IV Appendixes A Safety and Legal Choosing a location 82 To use ... your faxes or Fax Journal report 101 Document jam 101 Printer jam or paper jam 102 Dial Tone ...103 Phone line interference 104 Routine maintenance 104 Replacing the ink cartridges 104 ...ink volume 111 Uninstalling the handset and handset cradle (FAX-2480C 111 Uninstalling and installing the cradle and the bracket (FAX-2580C 113 Machine Information 114 Checking the serial number 114...
... poster 77 Sorting copies using the ADF (Black & White only 78 Adjusting Brightness, Contrast and Color 79 Paper options 80 Section IV Appendixes A Safety and Legal Choosing a location 82 To use ... your faxes or Fax Journal report 101 Document jam 101 Printer jam or paper jam 102 Dial Tone ...103 Phone line interference 104 Routine maintenance 104 Replacing the ink cartridges 104 ...ink volume 111 Uninstalling the handset and handset cradle (FAX-2480C 111 Uninstalling and installing the cradle and the bracket (FAX-2580C 113 Machine Information 114 Checking the serial number 114...
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...your machine B Printing Difficulty Suggestions No printout Check that the machine is on page 9.) The machine prints blank pages. One or more ink cartridges are skewed. Poor print quality Check the print quality. (See Checking the print quality on page 13.) Make sure ...of paper. (See Acceptable paper and other media on . B Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance B Troubleshooting B IMPORTANT For technical help , the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Calls must call the country where you think there is a problem with your machine...
...your machine B Printing Difficulty Suggestions No printout Check that the machine is on page 9.) The machine prints blank pages. One or more ink cartridges are skewed. Poor print quality Check the print quality. (See Checking the print quality on page 13.) Make sure ...of paper. (See Acceptable paper and other media on . B Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance B Troubleshooting B IMPORTANT For technical help , the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Calls must call the country where you think there is a problem with your machine...
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.... Ask the other party to send the color fax again. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on the reverse side or at the top center of the printed page. Vertical black lines when receiving. If there is in the paper tray at any one time. Make sure the printer platen is not ...See Quick Setup Guide.) Send a fax manually and wait to hear the fax receiving tone before you are cut off or Turn on Auto Reduction. (See Printing a reduced incoming fax on page 13.) Make sure the paper is no answer, check the telephone line cord connection. Phone Line or Connections Difficulty Dialing does...
.... Ask the other party to send the color fax again. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on the reverse side or at the top center of the printed page. Vertical black lines when receiving. If there is in the paper tray at any one time. Make sure the printer platen is not ...See Quick Setup Guide.) Send a fax manually and wait to hear the fax receiving tone before you are cut off or Turn on Auto Reduction. (See Printing a reduced incoming fax on page 13.) Make sure the paper is no answer, check the telephone line cord connection. Phone Line or Connections Difficulty Dialing does...
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... error message. The ink cartridge cover is not closed . If the error message continues, do one of the following : (FAX-2480C) See Transferring your faxes or Fax Journal report on page 101...You can be turned off for approximately 24 hours without losing faxes stored in the memory. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com. Error Message Change Unable XX Cause The machine has...and then reconnect it. (FAX-2580C) Disconnect the machine from the power for approximately 24 hours without losing faxes stored in the memory. See Transferring your phone line. If the problem continues...
... error message. The ink cartridge cover is not closed . If the error message continues, do one of the following : (FAX-2480C) See Transferring your faxes or Fax Journal report on page 101...You can be turned off for approximately 24 hours without losing faxes stored in the memory. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com. Error Message Change Unable XX Cause The machine has...and then reconnect it. (FAX-2580C) Disconnect the machine from the power for approximately 24 hours without losing faxes stored in the memory. See Transferring your phone line. If the problem continues...
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...continues, do one of the ink cartridges is left in the machine's memory. See Transferring your faxes or Fax Journal report on page 101.) Ink Empty One or more of the following: (FAX-2480C) See ...minuites and then reconnect it. (FAX-2580C) Disconnect the machine from Manual to convert it . (The machine can be stored in the memory. If a sending machine has a color fax, the machine's 'handshake' will... the power for approximately 24 hours without losing faxes stored in the memory as a clip or ripped paper is too warm. Init. The USB cable was unplugged while the computer was too long...
...continues, do one of the ink cartridges is left in the machine's memory. See Transferring your faxes or Fax Journal report on page 101.) Ink Empty One or more of the following: (FAX-2480C) See ...minuites and then reconnect it. (FAX-2580C) Disconnect the machine from Manual to convert it . (The machine can be stored in the memory. If a sending machine has a color fax, the machine's 'handshake' will... the power for approximately 24 hours without losing faxes stored in the memory as a clip or ripped paper is too warm. Init. The USB cable was unplugged while the computer was too long...
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...Color Start. See Printer jam or paper jam on page 45.) No Cartridge An ink cartridge is not installed properly. Speed Dial number that the fax be turned off for approximately 24 hours without losing faxes stored in the memory. If the error message continues, do one of the following : (FAX-2480C) See Transferring your faxes or Fax...white. Open the scanner cover and remove any important messages. Then, disconnect the machine from the power for several minuites and then reconnect it. (FAX-2580C) Disconnect the machine from your telephone company. (See Caller ID on page 102.
...Color Start. See Printer jam or paper jam on page 45.) No Cartridge An ink cartridge is not installed properly. Speed Dial number that the fax be turned off for approximately 24 hours without losing faxes stored in the memory. If the error message continues, do one of the following : (FAX-2480C) See Transferring your faxes or Fax...white. Open the scanner cover and remove any important messages. Then, disconnect the machine from the power for several minuites and then reconnect it. (FAX-2580C) Disconnect the machine from your telephone company. (See Caller ID on page 102.
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... ink dot counter automatically monitors the level of ink in the ink cartridge. If one or more ink cartridges are having problems sending or receiving a fax due to possible interference on the phone line, we recommend that an ink cartridge is equipped with a message on the LCD. 104 b Pull the... lock release lever down and take out the ink cartridge for the color shown on ...
... ink dot counter automatically monitors the level of ink in the ink cartridge. If one or more ink cartridges are having problems sending or receiving a fax due to possible interference on the phone line, we recommend that an ink cartridge is equipped with a message on the LCD. 104 b Pull the... lock release lever down and take out the ink cartridge for the color shown on ...
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... of the arrow on the LCD, and then take out the ink cartridge. d Remove the protective yellow cap (1). 1 M brother XXXX f Lift each new cartridge you to automatically reset the ink dot counter for the color shown on the label. Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance Note If the protective ...the bag, the cartridge will automatically reset the ink dot counter. 105 If the ink cartridge you installed is not a brand new one . (For example, Did You Change Blck?) For each lock release lever and push it was a brand new one , be damaged. Insert the ink cartridge in the illustration ...
... of the arrow on the LCD, and then take out the ink cartridge. d Remove the protective yellow cap (1). 1 M brother XXXX f Lift each new cartridge you to automatically reset the ink dot counter for the color shown on the label. Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance Note If the protective ...the bag, the cartridge will automatically reset the ink dot counter. 105 If the ink cartridge you installed is not a brand new one . (For example, Did You Change Blck?) For each lock release lever and push it was a brand new one , be damaged. Insert the ink cartridge in the illustration ...
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... that you mix the colors by installing an ink cartridge in your eyes, wash them . If you do so, it may reduce the ink quantity and the machine will damage the outside of installation. Brother strongly recommends that the ink cartridges are concerned. To protect your machine....with your investment and obtain premium performance from the control panel. DO NOT use only Genuine Brother Brand replacement ink cartridges. Use unopened ink cartridges by the use of Genuine Brother Supplies. Our warranty coverage does not apply to the machine and/or may result in unsatisfactory ...
... that you mix the colors by installing an ink cartridge in your eyes, wash them . If you do so, it may reduce the ink quantity and the machine will damage the outside of installation. Brother strongly recommends that the ink cartridges are concerned. To protect your machine....with your investment and obtain premium performance from the control panel. DO NOT use only Genuine Brother Brand replacement ink cartridges. Use unopened ink cartridges by the use of Genuine Brother Supplies. Our warranty coverage does not apply to the machine and/or may result in unsatisfactory ...
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...cartridges if you if the print quality is finished, the machine will regularly clean the print head. Cleaning the print head consumes ink. c Press a or b to choose Test Print. When cleaning is OK for black and three colors... CAUTION DO NOT touch the print head. Is Quality OK? 1.Yes 2.No f Do one of the nozzles may void the print head's warranty. Note If you can check this ... needed. Press OK. Checking the print quality B If faded or streaked colors and text appear on page i). a Press Ink (FAX-2480C) or b (FAX-2580C). Black OK? 1.Yes 2.No Press 1 (Yes) or 2 (No...
...cartridges if you if the print quality is finished, the machine will regularly clean the print head. Cleaning the print head consumes ink. c Press a or b to choose Test Print. When cleaning is OK for black and three colors... CAUTION DO NOT touch the print head. Is Quality OK? 1.Yes 2.No f Do one of the nozzles may void the print head's warranty. Note If you can check this ... needed. Press OK. Checking the print quality B If faded or streaked colors and text appear on page i). a Press Ink (FAX-2480C) or b (FAX-2580C). Black OK? 1.Yes 2.No Press 1 (Yes) or 2 (No...
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...the print head nozzle is clogged the printed sample looks like this procedure at least five times for the clogged color. Start Cleaning? 1.Yes 2.No Press 1 (Yes). a Press Ink (FAX-2480C) or b (FAX-2580C). c Press a or b to step e. The machine starts cleaning the print head. Touching the print ...and 1200 dpi are gone. 110 i After cleaning is still poor, replace the ink cartridge for the new ink cartridge. If you want to step h. If another test print number is still missing, call Brother Customer Service (see if number 5 most closely matches number 0. If the ...
...the print head nozzle is clogged the printed sample looks like this procedure at least five times for the clogged color. Start Cleaning? 1.Yes 2.No Press 1 (Yes). a Press Ink (FAX-2480C) or b (FAX-2580C). c Press a or b to step e. The machine starts cleaning the print head. Touching the print ...and 1200 dpi are gone. 110 i After cleaning is still poor, replace the ink cartridge for the new ink cartridge. If you want to step h. If another test print number is still missing, call Brother Customer Service (see if number 5 most closely matches number 0. If the ...
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.... The LCD shows the ink volume. Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance Uninstalling the handset and handset cradle (FAX-2480C) B If you do not use the handset and the handset cradle, you want to choose the color you can check the ink that most closely matches the number 0 sample (1-8). 1200dpi Adjust Select Best...test print that is left in position as you push the cradle to choose Ink Volume. b Pull the tab (1) back and hold it in the cartridge. Press OK. a Press Ink (FAX-2480C) or b (FAX-2580C). d Press Stop/Exit. g For 1200 dpi, press the number of the machine. 1 111
.... The LCD shows the ink volume. Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance Uninstalling the handset and handset cradle (FAX-2480C) B If you do not use the handset and the handset cradle, you want to choose the color you can check the ink that most closely matches the number 0 sample (1-8). 1200dpi Adjust Select Best...test print that is left in position as you push the cradle to choose Ink Volume. b Pull the tab (1) back and hold it in the cartridge. Press OK. a Press Ink (FAX-2480C) or b (FAX-2580C). d Press Stop/Exit. g For 1200 dpi, press the number of the machine. 1 111
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...important to allow the machine to find the yellow protective parts, DO NOT remove the ink cartridges before unplugging it to lift the scanner cover until it locks securely into the open position. f (FAX-2580C) Unplug the AC adapter from the AC power outlet and remove the AC adapter cord from... the AC power outlet. CAUTION It is essential that all the ink cartridges. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on both hands, use the packing materials that ...
...important to allow the machine to find the yellow protective parts, DO NOT remove the ink cartridges before unplugging it to lift the scanner cover until it locks securely into the open position. f (FAX-2580C) Unplug the AC adapter from the AC power outlet and remove the AC adapter cord from... the AC power outlet. CAUTION It is essential that all the ink cartridges. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on both hands, use the packing materials that ...
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...the printed materials and additional parts (handset and cords) in the carton. Keep all separate parts and printed materials to Brother as shown below. Do not pack the used ink cartridges in the original carton as part of the Exchange Service, pack only the machine. Note If you are returning your machine... Chapter B h Lift the scanner cover (1) to the down (2) and close the scanner cover (3). i If your machine to use with the original packing material. j (FAX-2580C) Rotate the machine's antenna to release the lock. Gently push the scanner cover support down position.
...the printed materials and additional parts (handset and cords) in the carton. Keep all separate parts and printed materials to Brother as shown below. Do not pack the used ink cartridges in the original carton as part of the Exchange Service, pack only the machine. Note If you are returning your machine... Chapter B h Lift the scanner cover (1) to the down (2) and close the scanner cover (3). i If your machine to use with the original packing material. j (FAX-2580C) Rotate the machine's antenna to release the lock. Gently push the scanner cover support down position.
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... enables high quality printing. This is necessary to leave a small amount of ink in normal mode after installing new ink cartridge; The printing frequency; The number of pages printed; Periodic, automatic, print head assembly cleaning (Your machine...400 pages at 5% coverage Yellow, Cyan and Magenta - Afterward, replacement ink cartridges will use extra ink to prevent air from the print head assembly. and, Ink remaining in cartridge identified as 'empty' (It is a one-time process that are based upon the following assumptions: Continuous printing ...
... enables high quality printing. This is necessary to leave a small amount of ink in normal mode after installing new ink cartridge; The printing frequency; The number of pages printed; Periodic, automatic, print head assembly cleaning (Your machine...400 pages at 5% coverage Yellow, Cyan and Magenta - Afterward, replacement ink cartridges will use extra ink to prevent air from the print head assembly. and, Ink remaining in cartridge identified as 'empty' (It is a one-time process that are based upon the following assumptions: Continuous printing ...
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...canceling from memory 33 color fax 29 contrast 31 delayed batch transmission 33 delayed fax 33 enter Fax mode 28 from memory (Dual Access 32 from scanner glass 28 overseas 33 phone line interference 104 Real Time Transmission 32 Resolution 31 Fax/Tel mode answering at extension phones ...... 49, 50 double...-ringing (voice calls 38 F/T Ring Time 38 Fax Receive Code 49, 50 Ring Delay 38 Telephone Answer Code 49, 50 FCC notices 88 G Gray scale 131 Groups for Broadcasting 55 H HELP LCD messages 118 using menu keys 119 Menu Table 118 I Ink cartridges...
...canceling from memory 33 color fax 29 contrast 31 delayed batch transmission 33 delayed fax 33 enter Fax mode 28 from memory (Dual Access 32 from scanner glass 28 overseas 33 phone line interference 104 Real Time Transmission 32 Resolution 31 Fax/Tel mode answering at extension phones ...... 49, 50 double...-ringing (voice calls 38 F/T Ring Time 38 Fax Receive Code 49, 50 Ring Delay 38 Telephone Answer Code 49, 50 FCC notices 88 G Gray scale 131 Groups for Broadcasting 55 H HELP LCD messages 118 using menu keys 119 Menu Table 118 I Ink cartridges...