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... QPD120 FX120 LE1329001 DSK1231 (Floppy Disks, Windows® 3.1x) * Before you can visit us online for a complete selection of Brother accessories and supplies available for purchase.) USA: 1-888-879-3232 (voice) 1-800-947-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com From...(voice) Canada: Description Laser Toner Cartridge Laser Drum Unit * 8 MB Memory Expansion Board * 16 MB Memory Expansion Board IEEE-1284 Bi-directional Cable Multi-purpose Paper Cassette #2 Surge Protection Device (2 outlets) Surge Protection Device (8 outlets) Owner's Manual Bundled DCP 1200 Printer and Scanner Drivers are ...
... QPD120 FX120 LE1329001 DSK1231 (Floppy Disks, Windows® 3.1x) * Before you can visit us online for a complete selection of Brother accessories and supplies available for purchase.) USA: 1-888-879-3232 (voice) 1-800-947-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com From...(voice) Canada: Description Laser Toner Cartridge Laser Drum Unit * 8 MB Memory Expansion Board * 16 MB Memory Expansion Board IEEE-1284 Bi-directional Cable Multi-purpose Paper Cassette #2 Surge Protection Device (2 outlets) Surge Protection Device (8 outlets) Owner's Manual Bundled DCP 1200 Printer and Scanner Drivers are ...
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... Product if: (i) you do if you may vary from this Product, (4) this Product has been transported without the proper preparation and packaging. For What Brother will do: Brother (or its Authorized Service Center) will be covered by the limited warranty; (iii) the proper packaging iv C o p i e r / P r i n t e r LIMITED WARRANTY (USA) and repair only ...of sale. The repaired or replacement product will be charged up to in the materials, workmanship or Year 2000 compliance of this warranty as Toner, Drums, Ribbons, etc. if: (1) you must call 1-800-521-2846.
... Product if: (i) you do if you may vary from this Product, (4) this Product has been transported without the proper preparation and packaging. For What Brother will do: Brother (or its Authorized Service Center) will be covered by the limited warranty; (iii) the proper packaging iv C o p i e r / P r i n t e r LIMITED WARRANTY (USA) and repair only ...of sale. The repaired or replacement product will be charged up to in the materials, workmanship or Year 2000 compliance of this warranty as Toner, Drums, Ribbons, etc. if: (1) you must call 1-800-521-2846.
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... to your nearest Authorized Service Center call 685-6464. For laser products: Failure to remove the Toner Cartridge (and Toner Drum Unit on applicable models) during shipping will cause severe damage to the Copier/Printer and will VOID your warranty. (Refer to your Proof of...In order to obtain warranty service, the Copier/ Printer must be delivered or shipped freight prepaid by the end user/purchaser of the possibility of a Sales Receipt. Internet support: support@brother.ca or browse Brother's Web Site: www.brother.com Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. 1 Rue Hôtel ...
... to your nearest Authorized Service Center call 685-6464. For laser products: Failure to remove the Toner Cartridge (and Toner Drum Unit on applicable models) during shipping will cause severe damage to the Copier/Printer and will VOID your warranty. (Refer to your Proof of...In order to obtain warranty service, the Copier/ Printer must be delivered or shipped freight prepaid by the end user/purchaser of the possibility of a Sales Receipt. Internet support: support@brother.ca or browse Brother's Web Site: www.brother.com Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. 1 Rue Hôtel ...
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...Printer 1-1 Using this Manual 1-1 Finding Information 1-1 DCP-1200 Control Panel Overview 1-2 Inserting Originals for Copying (and Scanning 1-4 Using the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder 1-4 Using the Scanner Glass 1-5 Table of Options 1-6 2 Assembly 2-1 Packing List 2-1 Make sure you have the following items 2-1 Choosing a Location 2-2 Release the Scanner Lock 2-3 Assembly 2-4 Installing the Drum...Setting the Sleep Mode 2-8 Setting the Print Density 2-9 Toner Save 2-9 Checking the Drum Life 2-9 Turning On Cassette #2 2-10 Setting the Paper Size 2-10 Setting ...
...Printer 1-1 Using this Manual 1-1 Finding Information 1-1 DCP-1200 Control Panel Overview 1-2 Inserting Originals for Copying (and Scanning 1-4 Using the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder 1-4 Using the Scanner Glass 1-5 Table of Options 1-6 2 Assembly 2-1 Packing List 2-1 Make sure you have the following items 2-1 Choosing a Location 2-2 Release the Scanner Lock 2-3 Assembly 2-4 Installing the Drum...Setting the Sleep Mode 2-8 Setting the Print Density 2-9 Toner Save 2-9 Checking the Drum Life 2-9 Turning On Cassette #2 2-10 Setting the Paper Size 2-10 Setting ...
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... Jam in the Top of the ADF Unit 11-3 Document Jam Inside the ADF Unit 11-3 Printer Jam 11-4 Paper is Jammed in the Multi-purpose Paper Cassette ....... 11-4 Paper is Jammed near the Drum Unit 11-5 Paper is Jammed in the Fuser Unit 11-5 If You Are Having Difficulty with Your... Machine 11-6 Routine Maintenance 11-12 Cleaning the Scanner 11-12 Cleaning the Printer 11-13 Cleaning the Drum Unit 11-14 Replacing the Toner Cartridge 11-14 Toner Empty Indicator 11-15 How to Replace the Toner Cartridge 11-15 Replacing...
... Jam in the Top of the ADF Unit 11-3 Document Jam Inside the ADF Unit 11-3 Printer Jam 11-4 Paper is Jammed in the Multi-purpose Paper Cassette ....... 11-4 Paper is Jammed near the Drum Unit 11-5 Paper is Jammed in the Fuser Unit 11-5 If You Are Having Difficulty with Your... Machine 11-6 Routine Maintenance 11-12 Cleaning the Scanner 11-12 Cleaning the Printer 11-13 Cleaning the Drum Unit 11-14 Replacing the Toner Cartridge 11-14 Toner Empty Indicator 11-15 How to Replace the Toner Cartridge 11-15 Replacing...
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... 2.SLEEP MODE ---- 05 MIN 3.PRINT DENSITY 1.LOW2.MID3.HIGH 2.MID 4.TONER SAVE 1.ON 2.OFF 2.OFF 5.DRUM LIFE REMAINING 100% 6.CASSETTE #2 1.ON 2.OFF 2.OFF (7.LANGUAGE, 1.ENG 2.FRE CANADA ONLY) 1.ENG 2.PRINT OPTIONS 1.INTERNAL FONT 2.CONFIGURATION 3.TEST PRINT 3.RESET PRINTER 1.FACTORY SET 2.HEX DUMP MODE Sub Menu 1.CASSETTE #1 2.CASSETTE #2 3.CASSETTE USAGE Paper Size Options Factory...
... 2.SLEEP MODE ---- 05 MIN 3.PRINT DENSITY 1.LOW2.MID3.HIGH 2.MID 4.TONER SAVE 1.ON 2.OFF 2.OFF 5.DRUM LIFE REMAINING 100% 6.CASSETTE #2 1.ON 2.OFF 2.OFF (7.LANGUAGE, 1.ENG 2.FRE CANADA ONLY) 1.ENG 2.PRINT OPTIONS 1.INTERNAL FONT 2.CONFIGURATION 3.TEST PRINT 3.RESET PRINTER 1.FACTORY SET 2.HEX DUMP MODE Sub Menu 1.CASSETTE #1 2.CASSETTE #2 3.CASSETTE USAGE Paper Size Options Factory...
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... correct item numbers. ASSEMBLY 2-1 up to 3,000 pages) Power Cord Bi-directional Parallel Cable Paper Cassette Owner's Manual StartCard If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA), 1-800-853-6660 (from within Canada) or 1-514-685-6464 (from within Montreal). If you do not pack... the machine correctly, you transport the copier/printer, use the packing materials that came with it. 2 Assembly Packing List Make sure you have the following items: CD-ROM...
... correct item numbers. ASSEMBLY 2-1 up to 3,000 pages) Power Cord Bi-directional Parallel Cable Paper Cassette Owner's Manual StartCard If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA), 1-800-853-6660 (from within Canada) or 1-514-685-6464 (from within Montreal). If you do not pack... the machine correctly, you transport the copier/printer, use the packing materials that came with it. 2 Assembly Packing List Make sure you have the following items: CD-ROM...
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Assembly Installing the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner Cartridge) 1 Unpack the drum unit assembly, which includes the toner cartridge. To prevent damage to the drum, do not expose it from side to side five or six times to light for longer than a few minutes. 2 Open the front cover of the machine. 3 Insert the drum unit assembly into the machine. 4 Close the front cover. 2-4 ASSEMBLY Gently rock it to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge.
Assembly Installing the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner Cartridge) 1 Unpack the drum unit assembly, which includes the toner cartridge. To prevent damage to the drum, do not expose it from side to side five or six times to light for longer than a few minutes. 2 Open the front cover of the machine. 3 Insert the drum unit assembly into the machine. 4 Close the front cover. 2-4 ASSEMBLY Gently rock it to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge.
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...the option you want. 6 Press Stop to exit. 4.TONER SAVE 100% 1.ON 2.OFF 100% Checking the Drum Life You can see the percentage of the drum's life that remains available. 1 Press Menu until you see 5.DRUM LIFE. 4 Press 5 on the numeric keys to select it. 3 Press Menu until you have a print ...the numeric keys to select it. 3 Press Menu until you see 3.PRINT DENSITY. 4 Press 3 on the numeric keys to select it . 5.DRUM LIFE 100% 5 Press Stop to use the drum unit until you see 1.INITIAL SETUP. 2 Press 1 on the numeric keys to select it . 5 Press a numeric key to select the option...
...the option you want. 6 Press Stop to exit. 4.TONER SAVE 100% 1.ON 2.OFF 100% Checking the Drum Life You can see the percentage of the drum's life that remains available. 1 Press Menu until you see 5.DRUM LIFE. 4 Press 5 on the numeric keys to select it. 3 Press Menu until you have a print ...the numeric keys to select it. 3 Press Menu until you see 3.PRINT DENSITY. 4 Press 3 on the numeric keys to select it . 5.DRUM LIFE 100% 5 Press Stop to use the drum unit until you see 1.INITIAL SETUP. 2 Press 1 on the numeric keys to select it . 5 Press a numeric key to select the option...
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... machine is out of paper or paper is not CHECK CASSETTE #2 installed properly. TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 11 - 1 The drum counter was not reset. s Make sure you are using paper that meets Brother recommended paper specifications. (See "Acceptable Paper", Chapter 2.) CHECK CASSETTE The paper cassette cover is CHECK CASSETTE #1 open or cassette...
... machine is out of paper or paper is not CHECK CASSETTE #2 installed properly. TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 11 - 1 The drum counter was not reset. s Make sure you are using paper that meets Brother recommended paper specifications. (See "Acceptable Paper", Chapter 2.) CHECK CASSETTE The paper cassette cover is CHECK CASSETTE #1 open or cassette...
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...not completely closed. Place your document. Error Messages Error Message Cause Action COVER OPEN The front cover is jammed in the See "Printer Jam" page 11-4. Call Brother Customer Service. Paper Jams", page 11-3. See "Ordering Accessories and Supplies", page ii. Reinstall the toner cartridge correctly. Close ...Jams and or fed properly. MACHINE ERROR XX The machine has a / PRESS STOP KEY mechanical problem. MEMORY FULL You can't store data in the drum unit. -OR- USA: 1-800-284-4329 From within Canada: 1-800-853-6660 From within Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 s To print the data...
...not completely closed. Place your document. Error Messages Error Message Cause Action COVER OPEN The front cover is jammed in the See "Printer Jam" page 11-4. Call Brother Customer Service. Paper Jams", page 11-3. See "Ordering Accessories and Supplies", page ii. Reinstall the toner cartridge correctly. Close ...Jams and or fed properly. MACHINE ERROR XX The machine has a / PRESS STOP KEY mechanical problem. MEMORY FULL You can't store data in the drum unit. -OR- USA: 1-800-284-4329 From within Canada: 1-800-853-6660 From within Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 s To print the data...
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... of the jammed paper from the paper cassette. 3 Gently pull out the jammed paper. 4 Reinstall the drum unit. 5 Close the front cover. Paper is Jammed near the Drum Unit 1 Open the front cover. 2 Remove the drum unit but do not force it if it cannot be removed easily. TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 11 - 5
... of the jammed paper from the paper cassette. 3 Gently pull out the jammed paper. 4 Reinstall the drum unit. 5 Close the front cover. Paper is Jammed near the Drum Unit 1 Open the front cover. 2 Remove the drum unit but do not force it if it cannot be removed easily. TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 11 - 5
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... below and follow the troubleshooting tips. Check the following: • The machine is plugged in. (See page 2-7.) • The toner cartridge and drum unit are using Windows® 3.1x, Windows® 95/98 or Windows NT® Workstation Version 4.0 with your machine. The machine cannot print... This problem may see if LCD is probably not your document and try again. A MEMORY FULL message occurs. • Reduce the printer resolution. Reduce the complexity of pages input buffer full signal. Either the scanner or the primary corona wire for printing is not recognizing the...
... below and follow the troubleshooting tips. Check the following: • The machine is plugged in. (See page 2-7.) • The toner cartridge and drum unit are using Windows® 3.1x, Windows® 95/98 or Windows NT® Workstation Version 4.0 with your machine. The machine cannot print... This problem may see if LCD is probably not your document and try again. A MEMORY FULL message occurs. • Reduce the printer resolution. Reduce the complexity of pages input buffer full signal. Either the scanner or the primary corona wire for printing is not recognizing the...
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...setting the Print Density function. Sometimes it is empty, load a new stack of your software application manual. You can I clear paper See Printer Jams, on page 11-4. Refer to remove the paper, turn the stack over and put it is helpful to your software. Print Quality ...printer driver. Reduce the amount of paper or not properly installed. Paper Handling Difficulties The machine does not Check to the middle position. (See Setting the Print Density, on the (Continued) machine? may be set to see white stripes or faint images and the display shows CHANGE DRUM ...
...setting the Print Density function. Sometimes it is empty, load a new stack of your software application manual. You can I clear paper See Printer Jams, on page 11-4. Refer to remove the paper, turn the stack over and put it is helpful to your software. Print Quality ...printer driver. Reduce the amount of paper or not properly installed. Paper Handling Difficulties The machine does not Check to the middle position. (See Setting the Print Density, on the (Continued) machine? may be set to see white stripes or faint images and the display shows CHANGE DRUM ...
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.... conditions such as it will cause this condition to occur. Remove the drum unit and clean the machine's interior. (See Routine Maintenance, Cleaning the Printer and Cleaning the Drum Unit, on pages 11-12 and 11-14.) Make sure that you use.... Make sure that you still see dark stripes or toner stains and the display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with a new one . Wipe electric terminals referring to Routine Maintenance, Cleaning the Printer and Cleaning the Drum Unit, on the scanner window. 11 - 10 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E...
.... conditions such as it will cause this condition to occur. Remove the drum unit and clean the machine's interior. (See Routine Maintenance, Cleaning the Printer and Cleaning the Drum Unit, on pages 11-12 and 11-14.) Make sure that you use.... Make sure that you still see dark stripes or toner stains and the display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with a new one . Wipe electric terminals referring to Routine Maintenance, Cleaning the Printer and Cleaning the Drum Unit, on the scanner window. 11 - 10 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E...
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... images appear on a flat, horizontal surface. In this case, replace the drum unit with a new one . Remove the drum unit with a new one . Make sure that you select the appropriate media type in the printer driver. Markings may disappear by setting the Print Density function. A possible cause...with a clean soft cloth. (See Routine Maintenance, Cleaning the Printer and Cleaning the Drum Unit, on pages 11-12 and 11-17.) If a blurred page occurs after cleaning and the display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with the toner cartridge installed. Try copying multiple pages to...
... images appear on a flat, horizontal surface. In this case, replace the drum unit with a new one . Remove the drum unit with a new one . Make sure that you select the appropriate media type in the printer driver. Markings may disappear by setting the Print Density function. A possible cause...with a clean soft cloth. (See Routine Maintenance, Cleaning the Printer and Cleaning the Drum Unit, on pages 11-12 and 11-17.) If a blurred page occurs after cleaning and the display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with the toner cartridge installed. Try copying multiple pages to...
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... U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E 11 - 13 When you have used the machine, some internal parts of the machine, never touch the shaded parts as shown in the diagram below. If toner scatters and your finger. s The drum unit contains toner, so handle it off with a clean soft dry cloth. HOT! 3 Gently...extremely HOT! s Do not use isopropyl alcohol to remove dirt from the control panel. Do not use isoproply alcohol. Cleaning the Printer Caution s Do not use isopropyl alcohol to clean the scanner window or toner sensor. s Do not touch the scanner window ...
... U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E 11 - 13 When you have used the machine, some internal parts of the machine, never touch the shaded parts as shown in the diagram below. If toner scatters and your finger. s The drum unit contains toner, so handle it off with a clean soft dry cloth. HOT! 3 Gently...extremely HOT! s Do not use isopropyl alcohol to remove dirt from the control panel. Do not use isoproply alcohol. Cleaning the Printer Caution s Do not use isopropyl alcohol to clean the scanner window or toner sensor. s Do not touch the scanner window ...
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... when you are not sure of the cartridge. It is not at Home position, printed pages may have vertical stripes. 3 Re-install the drum unit into place. Be sure to keep them , consult your average document type (i.e., standard letter, detailed graphics). Discard the used toner cartridges,... keep a new toner cartridge ready for use when you see the toner low warning. Cleaning the Drum Unit We recommend placing the drum unit on page 11-17.) 4 Close the front cover. 5 Plug in the power cord first, then the telephone cord....
... when you are not sure of the cartridge. It is not at Home position, printed pages may have vertical stripes. 3 Re-install the drum unit into place. Be sure to keep them , consult your average document type (i.e., standard letter, detailed graphics). Discard the used toner cartridges,... keep a new toner cartridge ready for use when you see the toner low warning. Cleaning the Drum Unit We recommend placing the drum unit on page 11-17.) 4 Close the front cover. 5 Plug in the power cord first, then the telephone cord....
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... on and off to Replace the Toner Cartridge WARNING Just after you install a new toner cartridge. HOT! 1 Open the front cover and pull out the drum unit. Display Toner Empty Icon The Toner Empty icon appears and the display shows TONER EMPTY. Once this icon appears, your machine will not resume...
... on and off to Replace the Toner Cartridge WARNING Just after you install a new toner cartridge. HOT! 1 Open the front cover and pull out the drum unit. Display Toner Empty Icon The Toner Empty icon appears and the display shows TONER EMPTY. Once this icon appears, your machine will not resume...
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Place the drum unit on a drop cloth or large piece of disposable paper to ensure top print quality. s You can use only a genuine Brother toner cartridge (TN-430 or TN-460), which is shortened. Using another brand of toner cartridge ...T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E Lock Lever Caution Handle the toner cartridge carefully. If a toner cartridge is left unpacked for a long period of the drum unit assembly. Place the used toner cartridge out of time, the toner life is specially formulated to avoid spilling and scattering the toner. 2 Hold down...
Place the drum unit on a drop cloth or large piece of disposable paper to ensure top print quality. s You can use only a genuine Brother toner cartridge (TN-430 or TN-460), which is shortened. Using another brand of toner cartridge ...T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E Lock Lever Caution Handle the toner cartridge carefully. If a toner cartridge is left unpacked for a long period of the drum unit assembly. Place the used toner cartridge out of time, the toner life is specially formulated to avoid spilling and scattering the toner. 2 Hold down...