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Brother Laser Printer HL-700 Series User's Guide Keep this manual thoroughly before using the printer. I English: HL-YL User's Guide, Cover Please read this manual in a convenient place for quick and easy reference at all times.
Brother Laser Printer HL-700 Series User's Guide Keep this manual thoroughly before using the printer. I English: HL-YL User's Guide, Cover Please read this manual in a convenient place for quick and easy reference at all times.
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English: HL-YL User's Guide, Cover Shipment of the Printer If for any reason you save and use the original packaging. II The Printer should also be removed from the Printer and placed in the plastic bag and seal the bag completely. 3 Re-pack the printer. Failure to the Printer and will VOID...1 Remove the drum unit. 2 Place it in the plastic bag. Warning When shipping the Printer, the DRUM UNIT assembly including the TONER CARTRIDGE must ship your Printer, carefully package the Printer to avoid any damage during shipping will cause severe damage to remove and place it in Chapter...
English: HL-YL User's Guide, Cover Shipment of the Printer If for any reason you save and use the original packaging. II The Printer should also be removed from the Printer and placed in the plastic bag and seal the bag completely. 3 Re-pack the printer. Failure to the Printer and will VOID...1 Remove the drum unit. 2 Place it in the plastic bag. Warning When shipping the Printer, the DRUM UNIT assembly including the TONER CARTRIDGE must ship your Printer, carefully package the Printer to avoid any damage during shipping will cause severe damage to remove and place it in Chapter...
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..., please write us at: In USA In CANADA Printer Customer Support Brother International Corporation 15 Musick Irvine, CA 92718 Brother International Corporation (Canada), Ltd. - Our BBS supports modem speeds up to our BBS with your index of Fax-BackSM subjects. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) Laser Printer HL-700 Series User's Guide (For USA & CANADA Only) For technical and...
..., please write us at: In USA In CANADA Printer Customer Support Brother International Corporation 15 Musick Irvine, CA 92718 Brother International Corporation (Canada), Ltd. - Our BBS supports modem speeds up to our BBS with your index of Fax-BackSM subjects. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) Laser Printer HL-700 Series User's Guide (For USA & CANADA Only) For technical and...
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..., and Proprinter are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice. Compilation and Publication Notice Under the supervision of Brother Industries Ltd., this User's Guide are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ii English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) USER'S GUIDE Trademarks The Brother logo is a registered trademark of Microsoft...
..., and Proprinter are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice. Compilation and Publication Notice Under the supervision of Brother Industries Ltd., this User's Guide are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ii English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) USER'S GUIDE Trademarks The Brother logo is a registered trademark of Microsoft...
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...HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) Definitions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes The following illustration. To Use the Printer Safely Warning After you open the top cover of the printer are high voltage electrodes inside the printer. When you have just used in the following conventions are used the printer, some internal parts of the printer..., never touch the shaded parts shown in this User's Guide: Warning Indicates warnings that must be observed to use the printer properly or prevent damage to the printer. Note ...
...HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) Definitions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes The following illustration. To Use the Printer Safely Warning After you open the top cover of the printer are high voltage electrodes inside the printer. When you have just used in the following conventions are used the printer, some internal parts of the printer..., never touch the shaded parts shown in this User's Guide: Warning Indicates warnings that must be observed to use the printer properly or prevent damage to the printer. Note ...
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English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) USER'S GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS REGULATIONS ...vi CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1-1 ABOUT THE GUIDEBOOKS 1-1 Finding Out How to Use the Printer 1-1 ABOUT YOUR PRINTER 1-2 Printer Overview...1-2 System Requirements ...1-3 Features ...1-3 OPERATING AND STORAGE ENVIRONMENT 1-6 Power Supply......3-2 Switch...3-3 Other Control Features 3-3 Sleep Mode...3-3 Test Print Mode ...3-4 CHAPTER 4 OPTIONS 4-1 SERIAL INTERFACE BOARD RS100M (For HL-730 series Only 4-1 Selecting the RS-422A (Apple) or RS-232C (IBM) Serial Interface 4-1 Setting the Serial Interface ...
English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) USER'S GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS REGULATIONS ...vi CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1-1 ABOUT THE GUIDEBOOKS 1-1 Finding Out How to Use the Printer 1-1 ABOUT YOUR PRINTER 1-2 Printer Overview...1-2 System Requirements ...1-3 Features ...1-3 OPERATING AND STORAGE ENVIRONMENT 1-6 Power Supply......3-2 Switch...3-3 Other Control Features 3-3 Sleep Mode...3-3 Test Print Mode ...3-4 CHAPTER 4 OPTIONS 4-1 SERIAL INTERFACE BOARD RS100M (For HL-730 series Only 4-1 Selecting the RS-422A (Apple) or RS-232C (IBM) Serial Interface 4-1 Setting the Serial Interface ...
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English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE 5-1 REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGE 5-1 REPLACING THE DRUM UNIT 5-6 ADJUSTING THE PRINT DENSITY 5-10 CLEANING THE PRINTER 5-11 Cleaning the Printer Exterior 5-11 Cleaning the Printer Interior and Drum Unit 5-12 RE-PACKING THE PRINTER 5-15 CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1 ALARM INDICATIONS AT A GLANCE 6-1 Operator Calls...6-1 Service Calls...
English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE 5-1 REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGE 5-1 REPLACING THE DRUM UNIT 5-6 ADJUSTING THE PRINT DENSITY 5-10 CLEANING THE PRINTER 5-11 Cleaning the Printer Exterior 5-11 Cleaning the Printer Interior and Drum Unit 5-12 RE-PACKING THE PRINTER 5-15 CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1 ALARM INDICATIONS AT A GLANCE 6-1 Operator Calls...6-1 Service Calls...
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..., uses, and can be used in order to which includes computers, monitors, printers, facsimile receivers and copy machines world-wide. could void the user's authority to...glement sur la matériel brouilleur du Canada. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) USER'S GUIDE REGULATIONS Federal Communications Commission Compliance Notice (For USA Only) This...receiving antenna. Important A shielded interface cable should be determined by Brother Industries, Ltd. As an International Energy Star partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. t Consult the dealer or an experienced radio...
..., uses, and can be used in order to which includes computers, monitors, printers, facsimile receivers and copy machines world-wide. could void the user's authority to...glement sur la matériel brouilleur du Canada. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) USER'S GUIDE REGULATIONS Federal Communications Commission Compliance Notice (For USA Only) This...receiving antenna. Important A shielded interface cable should be determined by Brother Industries, Ltd. As an International Energy Star partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. t Consult the dealer or an experienced radio...
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... during any phase of 1968. Compliance is certified as a Class I laser product under the U.S. vii English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) REGULATIONS Radio Interference (220-240 V Model Only) This printer complies with FDA radiation performance standards, 21 CFR Subchapter J MANUFACTURED: BROTHER INDUSTRIES (USA) INC. 2950 Brother Blvd., Bartlett, TN 38133, U.S.A. A shielded interface cable should be...
... during any phase of 1968. Compliance is certified as a Class I laser product under the U.S. vii English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) REGULATIONS Radio Interference (220-240 V Model Only) This printer complies with FDA radiation performance standards, 21 CFR Subchapter J MANUFACTURED: BROTHER INDUSTRIES (USA) INC. 2950 Brother Blvd., Bartlett, TN 38133, U.S.A. A shielded interface cable should be...
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English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) USER'S GUIDE Declaration of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC (as defined in the Scanner Unit. ...with the following caution label is a Class 1 laser product as amended by : Brother International Europe Ltd. European Technical Services Division IEC 825 Specification (For 220-240 V Model Only) This printer is attached near the scanner unit. viii This printer has a Class 3B Laser Diode which emits invisible laser radiation in IEC 825 specifications. declare that this...
English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) USER'S GUIDE Declaration of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC (as defined in the Scanner Unit. ...with the following caution label is a Class 1 laser product as amended by : Brother International Europe Ltd. European Technical Services Division IEC 825 Specification (For 220-240 V Model Only) This printer is attached near the scanner unit. viii This printer has a Class 3B Laser Diode which emits invisible laser radiation in IEC 825 specifications. declare that this...
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... and equipment damage. In case of the power, consult a qualified electrician. Disconnect device This printer must be installed near a power outlet, which is easily accessible. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) REGULATIONS For Finland and Sweden LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT Varoitus! Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä kä...
... and equipment damage. In case of the power, consult a qualified electrician. Disconnect device This printer must be installed near a power outlet, which is easily accessible. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) REGULATIONS For Finland and Sweden LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT Varoitus! Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä kä...
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...green or green and yellow. Remove a short section of the wires inside the plug. only) If the power cord supplied with this printer may not correspond with the markings which is pulled out of the plug permits, leave the green and yellow wire longer than the ...by ASTA to BS1362 with cut wires is intended to the terminal which is marked with the cover omitted. WARNING - English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) USER'S GUIDE IMPORTANT - Always replace the fuse cover. The coloured wires should be connected to take a fuse then fit the same fuse as...
...green or green and yellow. Remove a short section of the wires inside the plug. only) If the power cord supplied with this printer may not correspond with the markings which is pulled out of the plug permits, leave the green and yellow wire longer than the ...by ASTA to BS1362 with cut wires is intended to the terminal which is marked with the cover omitted. WARNING - English: HL-YL User's Guide, Preliminary (TOC) USER'S GUIDE IMPORTANT - Always replace the fuse cover. The coloured wires should be connected to take a fuse then fit the same fuse as...
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Read the Quick Setup Guide to set up your printer and to ensure proper connection with your printer - Chapter 6 • Specifications - It also contains information for this printer. Read the User's Guide to Use the Printer You have two guidebooks for installing the printer driver, fonts and Remote Printer Console Program. (HL-730 series only) 2. Appendices • Index 1-1 Chapter 1 •...
Read the Quick Setup Guide to set up your printer and to ensure proper connection with your printer - Chapter 6 • Specifications - It also contains information for this printer. Read the User's Guide to Use the Printer You have two guidebooks for installing the printer driver, fonts and Remote Printer Console Program. (HL-730 series only) 2. Appendices • Index 1-1 Chapter 1 •...
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Some models may have this option pre-installed. 1-2 English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 USER'S GUIDE ABOUT YOUR PRINTER Printer Overview Paper Support Multi-Purpose Sheet Feeder Top Cover Extension Support Wire Output Tray Fig. 1-1 Front View Paper Guide Manual Feed Slot Control Panel RS-422A/RS-232C Serial Interface Port (HL-730 series only) Parallel Interface Port ON 12 345678 Power Switch Power Cord Fig. 1-2 Rear View Note An RS-422A/RS-232C Serial Interface Port, containing an RS-422A/RS232C Slide Switch and DIP Switches for Serial setting is optionally available.
Some models may have this option pre-installed. 1-2 English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 USER'S GUIDE ABOUT YOUR PRINTER Printer Overview Paper Support Multi-Purpose Sheet Feeder Top Cover Extension Support Wire Output Tray Fig. 1-1 Front View Paper Guide Manual Feed Slot Control Panel RS-422A/RS-232C Serial Interface Port (HL-730 series only) Parallel Interface Port ON 12 345678 Power Switch Power Cord Fig. 1-2 Rear View Note An RS-422A/RS-232C Serial Interface Port, containing an RS-422A/RS232C Slide Switch and DIP Switches for Serial setting is optionally available.
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... your printer. The driver supports our unique compression mode to choose various printer settings including toner saving mode, custom paper size, sleep mode, gray scale adjustment, resolution and so forth. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION System Requirements in Brother Printing... or Letter paper). Using this mechanism, you can easily set these print options through the Printer Setup Menu within the Windows Control Panel. 1-3 Caution The HL-720 series printer has been designed specifically for Microsoft® Windows 95 and Windows 3.1 are available on your...
... your printer. The driver supports our unique compression mode to choose various printer settings including toner saving mode, custom paper size, sleep mode, gray scale adjustment, resolution and so forth. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION System Requirements in Brother Printing... or Letter paper). Using this mechanism, you can easily set these print options through the Printer Setup Menu within the Windows Control Panel. 1-3 Caution The HL-720 series printer has been designed specifically for Microsoft® Windows 95 and Windows 3.1 are available on your...
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... the background and report the current status or errors on your printer to be used as fonts, page setup, emulations and so on. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 USER'S GUIDE t Remote Printer Console Program for DOS (For HL-730 series Only) The utility program, Remote Printer Console (RPC), is available on a floppy disk supplied with your...
... the background and report the current status or errors on your printer to be used as fonts, page setup, emulations and so on. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 USER'S GUIDE t Remote Printer Console Program for DOS (For HL-730 series Only) The utility program, Remote Printer Console (RPC), is available on a floppy disk supplied with your...
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... avoid memory errors and print most full page 600 dpi graphic and text data, including larger fonts, with the printer's standard memory. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION t Enhanced Memory Management The printer provides its own data compression technology in sleep mode. You can automatically compress graphic data and font data efficiently...
... avoid memory errors and print most full page 600 dpi graphic and text data, including larger fonts, with the printer's standard memory. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION t Enhanced Memory Management The printer provides its own data compression technology in sleep mode. You can automatically compress graphic data and font data efficiently...
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... . If it is not stable. Use a voltage regulator if the power source is exposed to direct sunlight. Do not place the printer in your country Frequency: 50 Hz (220 V- 240 V) or 50/60 Hz (110-120 V) The power cord, including extensions, should not exceed ... power outlet, which is blocked. Use a blind or a heavy curtain to 80% (without condensation) The printer should be used in a well ventilation room. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 USER'S GUIDE OPERATING AND STORAGE ENVIRONMENT Please take note of the following ranges of temperature and humidity. AC power: ±10...
... . If it is not stable. Use a voltage regulator if the power source is exposed to direct sunlight. Do not place the printer in your country Frequency: 50 Hz (220 V- 240 V) or 50/60 Hz (110-120 V) The power cord, including extensions, should not exceed ... power outlet, which is blocked. Use a blind or a heavy curtain to 80% (without condensation) The printer should be used in a well ventilation room. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 USER'S GUIDE OPERATING AND STORAGE ENVIRONMENT Please take note of the following ranges of temperature and humidity. AC power: ±10...
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Do not place objects on top of the printer. Do not cover the slots in the top cover. 1-7 Do not place the printer near an air conditioner. Keep the printer horizontal when carrying. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Do not subject the printer to open flames or salty or corrosive gasses. Do not expose the printer to strong physical shocks or vibrations.
Do not place objects on top of the printer. Do not cover the slots in the top cover. 1-7 Do not place the printer near an air conditioner. Keep the printer horizontal when carrying. English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Do not subject the printer to open flames or salty or corrosive gasses. Do not expose the printer to strong physical shocks or vibrations.
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English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 2 CHAPTER 2 PAPER HANDLING CHAPTER 2 PAPER HANDLING PAPER SPECIFICATIONS The printer can handle paper that has the following specifications. Paper Type Cut sheet Envelopes Post Card Organizer Labels and Transparencies Paper Size A4, Letter, Legal, B5, ... 4% to 6% by weight 100 to 250 (Sheffield) Recommended paper Cut sheet: Xerox 4200 (in USA) / Xerox 80 Premier Paper (in Europe) or equivalent Label: Avery laser label or equivalent Transparency: 3M CG3300 or equivalent 2-1
English: HL-YL User's Guide, Chapter 2 CHAPTER 2 PAPER HANDLING CHAPTER 2 PAPER HANDLING PAPER SPECIFICATIONS The printer can handle paper that has the following specifications. Paper Type Cut sheet Envelopes Post Card Organizer Labels and Transparencies Paper Size A4, Letter, Legal, B5, ... 4% to 6% by weight 100 to 250 (Sheffield) Recommended paper Cut sheet: Xerox 4200 (in USA) / Xerox 80 Premier Paper (in Europe) or equivalent Label: Avery laser label or equivalent Transparency: 3M CG3300 or equivalent 2-1