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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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... 1-800-853-6660 (voice) 1-514-685-4898 (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 all Brother products. This system is our one from which you ...FAQs and troubleshooting tips, and go to the "Solutions" section to learn how to get instant answers to receive faxed instructions about using the system, and an index of a Brother authorized dealer or service center, call 1-800-284-4357. Calls must call the country where you are calling...
... 1-800-853-6660 (voice) 1-514-685-4898 (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 all Brother products. This system is our one from which you ...FAQs and troubleshooting tips, and go to the "Solutions" section to learn how to get instant answers to receive faxed instructions about using the system, and an index of a Brother authorized dealer or service center, call 1-800-284-4357. Calls must call the country where you are calling...
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... technical and operational assistance, you must be made from Brother. (In the USA, 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: 1-800-668-...2768 (voice) Description Item Laser Fax Toner TN-250 Laser Fax Drum DR-250 Telephone Line Cord ...
... technical and operational assistance, you must be made from Brother. (In the USA, 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: 1-800-668-...2768 (voice) Description Item Laser Fax Toner TN-250 Laser Fax Drum DR-250 Telephone Line Cord ...
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...THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IS NOT PERMITTED BY SOME STATES IN THE USA AND SOME PROVINCES IN CANADA. IN ANY EVENT BROTHER'S LICENSOR'S LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ACTUAL DAMAGES FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, AND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE ACTION (WHETHER...N O T I E S iii D I S C L A I M E R O F W A R R A N T I C E - Disclaimer of this manual has been compiled and published, covering the latest product descriptions and specifications. BROTHER'S LICENSOR(S) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE USE OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITS...
...THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IS NOT PERMITTED BY SOME STATES IN THE USA AND SOME PROVINCES IN CANADA. IN ANY EVENT BROTHER'S LICENSOR'S LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ACTUAL DAMAGES FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, AND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE ACTION (WHETHER...N O T I E S iii D I S C L A I M E R O F W A R R A N T I C E - Disclaimer of this manual has been compiled and published, covering the latest product descriptions and specifications. BROTHER'S LICENSOR(S) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE USE OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITS...
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...Product has been serviced, modified or tampered with by anyone other rights that is shorter. if: (1) you for new products. After contacting the Brother Authorized Service Center, you and must return (or be required to deliver or send the Product properly packaged, freight prepaid, to the Authorized Service ... PLUS Paper and Thermal Paper, etc. The refurbished or remanufactured Product you receive will be returned to you can report it does exist, Brother (or its Authorized Service Center) will repair or (at no cost. What is NOT covered: This warranty is given only to the ...
...Product has been serviced, modified or tampered with by anyone other rights that is shorter. if: (1) you for new products. After contacting the Brother Authorized Service Center, you and must return (or be required to deliver or send the Product properly packaged, freight prepaid, to the Authorized Service ... PLUS Paper and Thermal Paper, etc. The refurbished or remanufactured Product you receive will be returned to you can report it does exist, Brother (or its Authorized Service Center) will repair or (at no cost. What is NOT covered: This warranty is given only to the ...
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... to you) may not be liable for your bill of Frequently Asked Questions, troubleshooting tips and service center locator is defective. BROTHER INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION 100 SOMERSET CORPORATE BLVD. MFC LIMITED WARRANTY (USA) v Except for that change to the use of sale). THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN ... only) remedy if this warranty and (3) agree to make that repair or replacement, Brother shall not be changed in any equipment, media, programs or data related to this Product is available through our fax-back system at 1800-284-4329. You must return the original Product in the same...
... to you) may not be liable for your bill of Frequently Asked Questions, troubleshooting tips and service center locator is defective. BROTHER INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION 100 SOMERSET CORPORATE BLVD. MFC LIMITED WARRANTY (USA) v Except for that change to the use of sale). THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN ... only) remedy if this warranty and (3) agree to make that repair or replacement, Brother shall not be changed in any equipment, media, programs or data related to this Product is available through our fax-back system at 1800-284-4329. You must return the original Product in the same...
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... CENTER/FACSIMILE MACHINE LIMITED WARRANTY (For Canada Only) Pursuant to this limited warranty of 1 year 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. This Limited Warranty gives you...
... CENTER/FACSIMILE MACHINE LIMITED WARRANTY (For Canada Only) Pursuant to this limited warranty of 1 year 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. This Limited Warranty gives you...
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... to indicate the number of pages being sent, and then press Menu/Set. 7 Press 1 to fax. 8 Enter the fax number. 9 Press Fax Start. or MANUAL. Receiving Faxes Select Receive Mode Press Receive Mode to set Ring Delay and F/T Ring Time. If you select...E N C E G U I D E vii 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 the dial pad. 3 Press Fax Start. Quick Reference Guide Sending Faxes Automatic Transmission 1 Place the original face down in the ADF. 2 Press Menu/Set, 2, 2, 8. 3 When NEXT...
... to indicate the number of pages being sent, and then press Menu/Set. 7 Press 1 to fax. 8 Enter the fax number. 9 Press Fax Start. or MANUAL. Receiving Faxes Select Receive Mode Press Receive Mode to set Ring Delay and F/T Ring Time. If you select...E N C E G U I D E vii 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 the dial pad. 3 Press Fax Start. Quick Reference Guide Sending Faxes Automatic Transmission 1 Place the original face down in the ADF. 2 Press Menu/Set, 2, 2, 8. 3 When NEXT...
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.... 5 Press Stop/Exit. Brother fax-back system : In USA: 1-800-521-2846 In Canada: 1-800-681-9838 1-514-685-5381 Brother Global Web Site : http://www.brother.com Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) http://solutions.brother.com Brother Accessories & Supplies: In USA...: 1-888-879-3232 (voice) 1-800-947-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com In Canada: 1-800-668-2768 (voice) viii Q U I ...
.... 5 Press Stop/Exit. Brother fax-back system : In USA: 1-800-521-2846 In Canada: 1-800-681-9838 1-514-685-5381 Brother Global Web Site : http://www.brother.com Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) http://solutions.brother.com Brother Accessories & Supplies: In USA...: 1-888-879-3232 (voice) 1-800-947-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com In Canada: 1-800-668-2768 (voice) viii Q U I ...
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...Line Documentation (For Macintosh® Users): 1 Turn on your language. 4 Double-click the icon for the Printer, Scanner and PC Fax. When you are ready to read. The CD-ROM main menu will appear. 2 Double-click the Documents icon. 3 If you ... following window will appear. 3 Click On-Line Documentation. 4 Click the documentation you want to run the setup.exe program from the root directory of the Brother CD-ROM. 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 ...
...Line Documentation (For Macintosh® Users): 1 Turn on your language. 4 Double-click the icon for the Printer, Scanner and PC Fax. When you are ready to read. The CD-ROM main menu will appear. 2 Double-click the Documents icon. 3 If you ... following window will appear. 3 Click On-Line Documentation. 4 Click the documentation you want to run the setup.exe program from the root directory of the Brother CD-ROM. 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 ...
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...) I To return to Access Brother Support (For MFC-4800 Only) (For Windows® Only) You can download the Brother Printer Driver and access information from the Brother Web Site (For FAX-2900 and FAX-3800 Only) You can find all Brother Numbers, including Customer Service numbers ...for additional product and services information, click Brother Mall.com. I To access the USA Brother online shopping ...
...) I To return to Access Brother Support (For MFC-4800 Only) (For Windows® Only) You can download the Brother Printer Driver and access information from the Brother Web Site (For FAX-2900 and FAX-3800 Only) You can find all Brother Numbers, including Customer Service numbers ...for additional product and services information, click Brother Mall.com. I To access the USA Brother online shopping ...
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...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 Features 1-7 Do You Have Voice Mail on the Phone... and Connections 2-1 Packing List 2-1 Choosing a Location 2-2 Assembly 2-3 Installing the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner Cartridge 2-3 Setting Up the FAX/MFC 2-5 Loading Paper 2-7 Acceptable Paper 2-7 Paper Capacity of Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder 2-8 Connecting an External Telephone 2-9 Connecting an External Telephone...
...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 Features 1-7 Do You Have Voice Mail on the Phone... and Connections 2-1 Packing List 2-1 Choosing a Location 2-2 Assembly 2-3 Installing the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner Cartridge 2-3 Setting Up the FAX/MFC 2-5 Loading Paper 2-7 Acceptable Paper 2-7 Paper Capacity of Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder 2-8 Connecting an External Telephone 2-9 Connecting an External Telephone...
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..., External Two-Line TAD and Two-Line Telephone 2-12 Multi-Line Connections (PBX 2-13 If You Are Installing the FAX/MFC to Work with a PBX 2-13 Custom Features on Your Phone Line 2-14 On-Screen Programming 3-1 User-Friendly Programming 3-1 Menu Selection Table 3-1 Alternating Displays 3-1 Navigation ...
..., External Two-Line TAD and Two-Line Telephone 2-12 Multi-Line Connections (PBX 2-13 If You Are Installing the FAX/MFC to Work with a PBX 2-13 Custom Features on Your Phone Line 2-14 On-Screen Programming 3-1 User-Friendly Programming 3-1 Menu Selection Table 3-1 Alternating Displays 3-1 Navigation ...
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... 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 ...Original 6-4 Canceling a Job in Memory 6-4 Basic Sending Operations 6-5 Contrast 6-5 Fax Resolution 6-5 Composing Electronic Cover Page 6-6 Composing Your Own Comments 6-6 Cover Page for the Next Fax Only 6-7 Always Send a Cover Page 6-7 Using a Printed Cover Page ...
... 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 ...Original 6-4 Canceling a Job in Memory 6-4 Basic Sending Operations 6-5 Contrast 6-5 Fax Resolution 6-5 Composing Electronic Cover Page 6-6 Composing Your Own Comments 6-6 Cover Page for the Next Fax Only 6-7 Always Send a Cover Page 6-7 Using a Printed Cover Page ...
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... Fax Using CallManage (For Domestic and International Long Distance Calls Only 8-6 Placing a Long Distance Telephone Call Using CallManage 8-6 Customer Support 8-6 7 8 xiv Auto Dial Numbers and Dialing Options 7-1 Storing Numbers for Easy Dialing 7-1 Storing One Touch Dial Numbers (For FAX ... Card Numbers 7-6 Broadcasting 7-7 Pause 7-8 Hold 7-8 Fax Redial 7-8 Tone/Pulse (For Canada Only 7-8 Telephone Services 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...
... Fax Using CallManage (For Domestic and International Long Distance Calls Only 8-6 Placing a Long Distance Telephone Call Using CallManage 8-6 Customer Support 8-6 7 8 xiv Auto Dial Numbers and Dialing Options 7-1 Storing Numbers for Easy Dialing 7-1 Storing One Touch Dial Numbers (For FAX ... Card Numbers 7-6 Broadcasting 7-7 Pause 7-8 Hold 7-8 Fax Redial 7-8 Tone/Pulse (For Canada Only 7-8 Telephone Services 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...
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... Retrieval 9-3 Using the Remote Retrieval Access Code 9-3 Remote Commands 9-4 Retrieving Fax Messages 9-5 Changing the Fax Forwarding Number 9-5 10 Printing Reports 10-1 FAX/MFC Settings and Activity 10-1 Customizing the Transmission Verification Report .......... 10-1 Setting the Fax Activity Report Interval 10-2 Using the Reports Key 10-2 To Print a ...Report 10-3 11 Making Copies 11-1 Using the FAX/MFC as a Copier 11-1 Making a Single Copy 11-1 Making Multiple Copies 11-1 Out of Memory Message 11-2 Temporary...
... Retrieval 9-3 Using the Remote Retrieval Access Code 9-3 Remote Commands 9-4 Retrieving Fax Messages 9-5 Changing the Fax Forwarding Number 9-5 10 Printing Reports 10-1 FAX/MFC Settings and Activity 10-1 Customizing the Transmission Verification Report .......... 10-1 Setting the Fax Activity Report Interval 10-2 Using the Reports Key 10-2 To Print a ...Report 10-3 11 Making Copies 11-1 Using the FAX/MFC as a Copier 11-1 Making a Single Copy 11-1 Making Multiple Copies 11-1 Out of Memory Message 11-2 Temporary...
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... (For USA Only 12-3 Important 12-3 Industry Canada Compliance Statement 12-4 Important-About the Interface Cable (For FAX-2900, FAX-3800, MFC-4800 Only) ....... 12-4 Warranty 12-4 International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement 12-4 Important Safety Instructions 12-5 Trademarks 12-7 Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance 13-1 ...Jammed near the Drum Unit or in the Fuser Unit 13-6 If You Are Having Difficulty with Your FAX/MFC ........ 13-7 Packing and Shipping the FAX/MFC 13-14 Routine Maintenance 13-16 Cleaning the Document Scanner 13-16 Cleaning the Printer 13-17 ...
... (For USA Only 12-3 Important 12-3 Industry Canada Compliance Statement 12-4 Important-About the Interface Cable (For FAX-2900, FAX-3800, MFC-4800 Only) ....... 12-4 Warranty 12-4 International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement 12-4 Important Safety Instructions 12-5 Trademarks 12-7 Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance 13-1 ...Jammed near the Drum Unit or in the Fuser Unit 13-6 If You Are Having Difficulty with Your FAX/MFC ........ 13-7 Packing and Shipping the FAX/MFC 13-14 Routine Maintenance 13-16 Cleaning the Document Scanner 13-16 Cleaning the Printer 13-17 ...
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Electrical and Environment S-3 Parallel Interface S-4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Interface S-4 16 Index I-1 17 Remote Retrieval Access Card R-1 xvii
Electrical and Environment S-3 Parallel Interface S-4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Interface S-4 16 Index I-1 17 Remote Retrieval Access Card R-1 xvii
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...related topic. FYI tips provide details about a specific feature or operation by taking a few minutes to read this manual. Additionally, your FAX/MFC to its fullest potential by checking the Index in the back of Contents. Note Notes tell you must follow or avoid to ...prevent possible damage to the FAX/MFC. Press Reports and 1 to print a list of the FAX/ MFC. Warnings detail precautions you the proper response for purchasing a Brother fax machine or multi-function center (FAX/ MFC). Conventions Used in the Table of this manual you...
...related topic. FYI tips provide details about a specific feature or operation by taking a few minutes to read this manual. Additionally, your FAX/MFC to its fullest potential by checking the Index in the back of Contents. Note Notes tell you must follow or avoid to ...prevent possible damage to the FAX/MFC. Press Reports and 1 to print a list of the FAX/ MFC. Warnings detail precautions you the proper response for purchasing a Brother fax machine or multi-function center (FAX/ MFC). Conventions Used in the Table of this manual you...
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...ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 2 Click On-Line Registration to register your registration. Please fill out the form and return it to Brother's Automated Fax Response System as your MFC is received, a Confirmation Sheet and Product Registration form will verify that your first transmission. INTRODUCTION 1-2 This ...Sheet Procedure and Product Registration (For USA Only) After programming your Station ID, please fill out the TEST SHEET included with your FAX/MFC, and then fax it to complete your product from the main menu. To get a response, you must have set up your Station ID. (See...
...ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 2 Click On-Line Registration to register your registration. Please fill out the form and return it to Brother's Automated Fax Response System as your MFC is received, a Confirmation Sheet and Product Registration form will verify that your first transmission. INTRODUCTION 1-2 This ...Sheet Procedure and Product Registration (For USA Only) After programming your Station ID, please fill out the TEST SHEET included with your FAX/MFC, and then fax it to complete your product from the main menu. To get a response, you must have set up your Station ID. (See...
