Users Manual - English
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... credit card, you can order accessories directly from Brother. (In the USA, you can visit us online for a complete selection of the Brother accessories and supplies that are available at most Brother retailers. Ordering accessories and supplies For best quality results....) In USA: 1-888-879-3232 (voice) 1-800-947-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com In Canada: 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...
... credit card, you can order accessories directly from Brother. (In the USA, you can visit us online for a complete selection of the Brother accessories and supplies that are available at most Brother retailers. Ordering accessories and supplies For best quality results....) In USA: 1-888-879-3232 (voice) 1-800-947-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com In Canada: 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...
Users Manual - English
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...: Report your purchase you are not limited to print 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 this Product without authorization from Brother and/or alteration/removal of shipping, packing product, and insurance (if you...
...: Report your purchase you are not limited to print 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 this Product without authorization from Brother and/or alteration/removal of shipping, packing product, and insurance (if you...
Users Manual - English
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... which vary from Providence to Providence. 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 This Limited Warranty does not include cleaning, consumables (including, without the ink cartridges will VOID the Warranty. (Refer to operate properly...
... which vary from Providence to Providence. 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 This Limited Warranty does not include cleaning, consumables (including, without the ink cartridges will VOID the Warranty. (Refer to operate properly...
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...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 Cleaning the outside of the machine 106 Cleaning the scanner 107 Cleaning the machine printer platen 108 Cleaning the paper pick-up ...roller 108 Cleaning the print head 109 Checking the print quality 109 Checking the printing alignment 110 Checking the ink volume 111 Uninstalling the handset and handset cradle (FAX-2480C 111 Uninstalling and installing the cradle and the bracket (FAX-2580C 113 ...
...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 Cleaning the outside of the machine 106 Cleaning the scanner 107 Cleaning the machine printer platen 108 Cleaning the paper pick-up ...roller 108 Cleaning the print head 109 Checking the print quality 109 Checking the printing alignment 110 Checking the ink volume 111 Uninstalling the handset and handset cradle (FAX-2480C 111 Uninstalling and installing the cradle and the bracket (FAX-2580C 113 ...
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... adjusted correctly. (See Loading paper and other media on page 9.) The machine prints blank pages. One or more ink cartridges are skewed. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com. If you are fresh. Check the printing alignment. (See Checking the printing alignment on page 110.) Printed... text or images are empty. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 104.) Check to see if the LCD is ...
... adjusted correctly. (See Loading paper and other media on page 9.) The machine prints blank pages. One or more ink cartridges are skewed. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com. If you are fresh. Check the printing alignment. (See Checking the printing alignment on page 110.) Printed... text or images are empty. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 104.) Check to see if the LCD is ...
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.... bottom of sentences are not loaded in the paper tray at any one time. The sender's scanner may be dirty. Replace the color ink cartridges that are using the paper support flap. (See Loading paper and other media on page 13.) Make sure the paper is in the paper...media on page 13.) Check that the machine is not dirty with the sending machine. Printing appears dirty or ink seems to send the color fax again. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 104.) Left and Right margins are not stacked neatly. Printing Received Faxes Difficulty Suggestions Condensed print ...
.... bottom of sentences are not loaded in the paper tray at any one time. The sender's scanner may be dirty. Replace the color ink cartridges that are using the paper support flap. (See Loading paper and other media on page 13.) Make sure the paper is in the paper...media on page 13.) Check that the machine is not dirty with the sending machine. Printing appears dirty or ink seems to send the color fax again. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 104.) Left and Right margins are not stacked neatly. Printing Received Faxes Difficulty Suggestions Condensed print ...
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...is Open The scanner cover is not completely closed completely. The ink cartridge cover is not closed . See Transferring your faxes or Fax ...error and shows an error message. If this happens, your phone line. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com. Then, disconnect the machine from the power for several minuites and then reconnect it. (FAX-2580C...disconnecting the machine, so you need more help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Lift the scanner cover and then close the ink cartridge cover until it again. Comm.Error Poor phone line ...
...is Open The scanner cover is not completely closed completely. The ink cartridge cover is not closed . See Transferring your faxes or Fax ...error and shows an error message. If this happens, your phone line. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com. Then, disconnect the machine from the power for several minuites and then reconnect it. (FAX-2580C...disconnecting the machine, so you need more help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Lift the scanner cover and then close the ink cartridge cover until it again. Comm.Error Poor phone line ...
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See Document jam on page 7. If the error message continues, do one of the ink cartridges is empty. Re-start printing from your faxes or Fax Journal report on page 101.) Ink Empty One or more of the following: (FAX-2480C) See Transferring your faxes or Fax Journal report...it. (FAX-2580C) Disconnect the machine from the ADF was sending the data to print again. See Transferring your computer. Replace the ink cartridges. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 44.) High Temperature The print head is too warm. Unable XX The machine has a mechanical problem. -OR- The ...
See Document jam on page 7. If the error message continues, do one of the ink cartridges is empty. Re-start printing from your faxes or Fax Journal report on page 101.) Ink Empty One or more of the following: (FAX-2480C) See Transferring your faxes or Fax Journal report...it. (FAX-2580C) Disconnect the machine from the ADF was sending the data to print again. See Transferring your computer. Replace the ink cartridges. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 44.) High Temperature The print head is too warm. Unable XX The machine has a mechanical problem. -OR- The ...
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...fax, the machine's 'handshake' will ask that is in the machine. Take out the ink cartridge and put it in again seating it properly. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 45.) No Cartridge An ink cartridge is not installed properly. No The number you want to convert it . (FAX-2580C)...the scanner cover and remove any important messages. Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance Error Message Cause Action Near Empty One or more of the ink cartridges are running out of Memory The machine's memory is full. If the error message continues, do one of the following : ...
...fax, the machine's 'handshake' will ask that is in the machine. Take out the ink cartridge and put it in again seating it properly. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 45.) No Cartridge An ink cartridge is not installed properly. No The number you want to convert it . (FAX-2580C)...the scanner cover and remove any important messages. Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance Error Message Cause Action Near Empty One or more of the ink cartridges are running out of Memory The machine's memory is full. If the error message continues, do one of the following : ...
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... the phone line, we recommend that an ink cartridge is empty, there will be a small amount of ink left in each of ink, the machine will tell you which ink cartridge is running out of the 4 cartridges. a Open the ink cartridge cover. The ink dot counter automatically monitors the level of ink in the ink cartridge. The LCD will tell you with an...
... the phone line, we recommend that an ink cartridge is empty, there will be a small amount of ink left in each of ink, the machine will tell you which ink cartridge is running out of the 4 cartridges. a Open the ink cartridge cover. The ink dot counter automatically monitors the level of ink in the ink cartridge. The LCD will tell you with an...
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d Remove the protective yellow cap (1). 1 M brother XXXX f Lift each new cartridge you installed, press 1 (Yes) to automatically reset the ink dot counter for the color shown on the label. Insert the ink cartridge in the illustration below. Improper Setup DO NOT touch the area shown in the direction of the arrow on ...the LCD, and then take out the ink cartridge. 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...
d Remove the protective yellow cap (1). 1 M brother XXXX f Lift each new cartridge you installed, press 1 (Yes) to automatically reset the ink dot counter for the color shown on the label. Insert the ink cartridge in the illustration below. Improper Setup DO NOT touch the area shown in the direction of the arrow on ...the LCD, and then take out the ink cartridge. 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...
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... out of ink left in your skin. WARNING If ink gets in the cartridge. Once you do not refill the ink cartridges provided with the ink cartridge, this can cause the ink to replace them out with volatile liquids such as thinner or benzine will not know the quantity of the cartridge. DO NOT use only Genuine Brother Brand replacement ink cartridges.
... out of ink left in your skin. WARNING If ink gets in the cartridge. Once you do not refill the ink cartridges provided with the ink cartridge, this can cause the ink to replace them out with volatile liquids such as thinner or benzine will not know the quantity of the cartridge. DO NOT use only Genuine Brother Brand replacement ink cartridges.
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...printing the Print Quality Check Sheet. Cleaning too often uses ink unnecessarily. CAUTION DO NOT touch the print head. Note If you clean the print head at least five times and the print has not improved, call Brother Customer Service (See Brother numbers on the sheet. You can start the cleaning ... mode automatically. You can check this by printing the Print Quality Check Sheet and looking at the nozzle check pattern. Clean the print head and ink cartridges if you get a horizontal line in the text or graphics on your output, some of the four color blocks on page i). Press OK. ...
...printing the Print Quality Check Sheet. Cleaning too often uses ink unnecessarily. CAUTION DO NOT touch the print head. Note If you clean the print head at least five times and the print has not improved, call Brother Customer Service (See Brother numbers on the sheet. You can start the cleaning ... mode automatically. You can check this by printing the Print Quality Check Sheet and looking at the nozzle check pattern. Clean the print head and ink cartridges if you get a horizontal line in the text or graphics on your output, some of the four color blocks on page i). Press OK. ...
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... and test print procedures at least five times and the print quality is still poor, replace the ink cartridge for either 600 dpi or 1200 dpi, press 2 (No) to see Brother numbers on page i). The machine starts printing the Print Quality Check Sheet again and then return to... test print number is still missing, call Brother Customer Service (see if number 5 most closely matches the number 0 sample (1-8). 600dpi Adjust Select Best #5 When a print head nozzle is clogged the printed sample looks like this procedure at least five times for the new ink cartridge. j Press Stop/Exit.
... and test print procedures at least five times and the print quality is still poor, replace the ink cartridge for either 600 dpi or 1200 dpi, press 2 (No) to see Brother numbers on page i). The machine starts printing the Print Quality Check Sheet again and then return to... test print number is still missing, call Brother Customer Service (see if number 5 most closely matches the number 0 sample (1-8). 600dpi Adjust Select Best #5 When a print head nozzle is clogged the printed sample looks like this procedure at least five times for the new ink cartridge. j Press Stop/Exit.
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...Unplug the machine from the machine, if it is connected. 115 g Using both sides of the machine to make sure that all the ink cartridges. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 104.) c Install the yellow protective part, lift each lock release lever and push it until it clicks, and then close...the machine, use the plastic tabs on both hands, use the packing materials that came with either the yellow protective parts or the ink cartridges in position. CAUTION It is essential that the machine be shipped with your warranty. Not allowing the machine to finish this parking process...
...Unplug the machine from the machine, if it is connected. 115 g Using both sides of the machine to make sure that all the ink cartridges. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 104.) c Install the yellow protective part, lift each lock release lever and push it until it clicks, and then close...the machine, use the plastic tabs on both hands, use the packing materials that came with either the yellow protective parts or the ink cartridges in position. CAUTION It is essential that the machine be shipped with your warranty. Not allowing the machine to finish this parking process...
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.... Keep all separate parts and printed materials to the down (2) and close the scanner cover (3). Chapter B h Lift the scanner cover (1) 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. l Pack the printed materials and additional parts...
.... Keep all separate parts and printed materials to the down (2) and close the scanner cover (3). Chapter B h Lift the scanner cover (1) 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. l Pack the printed materials and additional parts...
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... the print head assembly. LC51BK, LC51C, LC51M, LC51Y 138 This is necessary to leave a small amount of ink in the ink cartridge to fill the ink delivery tube. Afterward, replacement ink cartridges will print the specified number of ink); Consumable items D Ink Service Life of pages printed; Periodic, automatic, print head assembly cleaning (Your machine will clean...
... the print head assembly. LC51BK, LC51C, LC51M, LC51Y 138 This is necessary to leave a small amount of ink in the ink cartridge to fill the ink delivery tube. Afterward, replacement ink cartridges will print the specified number of ink); Consumable items D Ink Service Life of pages printed; Periodic, automatic, print head assembly cleaning (Your machine will clean...
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Unable 98 Ink Empty 98 Near Empty 99 No Paper Fed 99 Not Registered 51 Out of Memory 99 Print Unable 99 Scan Unable 100 Tel Disabled 101 ... 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 checking ink volume 111 ink dot counter 104, 105 replacing 104 J Jacks convert to RJ11 jack triplex adapter 47 EXT external telephone 49 TAD (answering machine 47 Jams document...
Unable 98 Ink Empty 98 Near Empty 99 No Paper Fed 99 Not Registered 51 Out of Memory 99 Print Unable 99 Scan Unable 100 Tel Disabled 101 ... 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 checking ink volume 111 ink dot counter 104, 105 replacing 104 J Jacks convert to RJ11 jack triplex adapter 47 EXT external telephone 49 TAD (answering machine 47 Jams document...
Quick Setup Guide - English
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Quick Setup Guide User's Guide Test Sheet (USA only) Accessory Order Form Telephone Line Cord Side Cover Telephone Handset (FAX-2480C only) One Touch Labels (FAX-2480C only) One Touch Labels (FAX-2580C only) Cordless Handset (FAX-2580C only) Battery and Battery Cover (FAX-2580C only) Black (LC51BK) Yellow (LC51Y) Cyan (LC51C) Ink Cartridges Magenta (LC51M) 1 Getting Started 1 Carton components Carton components may vary from one country to another. Save all packing materials and the carton in case for any reason you must ship your machine.
Quick Setup Guide User's Guide Test Sheet (USA only) Accessory Order Form Telephone Line Cord Side Cover Telephone Handset (FAX-2480C only) One Touch Labels (FAX-2480C only) One Touch Labels (FAX-2580C only) Cordless Handset (FAX-2580C only) Battery and Battery Cover (FAX-2580C only) Black (LC51BK) Yellow (LC51Y) Cyan (LC51C) Ink Cartridges Magenta (LC51M) 1 Getting Started 1 Carton components Carton components may vary from one country to another. Save all packing materials and the carton in case for any reason you must ship your machine.
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Setting Up the Machine 1 1 Removing the protective parts 1 Remove the protective tape and film covering the scanner glass. 2 Remove the foam bag containing the ink cartridges from on top of the paper tray. 2 Connecting the handset (FAX-2480C only) 1 Connect the curled handset cord to Loading paper on page 6. 4 Installing the ...
Setting Up the Machine 1 1 Removing the protective parts 1 Remove the protective tape and film covering the scanner glass. 2 Remove the foam bag containing the ink cartridges from on top of the paper tray. 2 Connecting the handset (FAX-2480C only) 1 Connect the curled handset cord to Loading paper on page 6. 4 Installing the ...