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...-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com Description Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Ink Jet Paper (100 Sheets) Transparencies (50 Sheets) Telephone Line Cord Telephone Handset Handset Curled Cord Document Wire Extension Document Tray & Paper Tray IEEE-1284 Bi-directional Cable Remote Retrieval Access Card Owner's Manual *Brother MFC-7050C Series Software on Floppy Disks (Includes Multi...
...-1445 (fax) http://www.brothermall.com Description Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Ink Jet Paper (100 Sheets) Transparencies (50 Sheets) Telephone Line Cord Telephone Handset Handset Curled Cord Document Wire Extension Document Tray & Paper Tray IEEE-1284 Bi-directional Cable Remote Retrieval Access Card Owner's Manual *Brother MFC-7050C Series Software on Floppy Disks (Includes Multi...
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... 1-2 About Fax Machines 1-2 Fax Tones and Handshake 1-2 ECM (Error Correction Mode 1-3 MFC 7050C Control Panel Keys 1-4 Caution 2-1 Packing List 2-2 Choosing a Location 2-3 Assembly 2-4 Selecting Paper Thickness 2-8 Installing Ink Cartridges (Initial Setup 2-9 Preserving Ink Cartridges 2-12 Aligning Ink Cartridges 2-13 Photo Printouts 2-14 Cleaning the Ink Cartridges 2-15 Cleaning the Cartridge Carrier 2-17 Connecting an External Telephone Answering...
... 1-2 About Fax Machines 1-2 Fax Tones and Handshake 1-2 ECM (Error Correction Mode 1-3 MFC 7050C Control Panel Keys 1-4 Caution 2-1 Packing List 2-2 Choosing a Location 2-3 Assembly 2-4 Selecting Paper Thickness 2-8 Installing Ink Cartridges (Initial Setup 2-9 Preserving Ink Cartridges 2-12 Aligning Ink Cartridges 2-13 Photo Printouts 2-14 Cleaning the Ink Cartridges 2-15 Cleaning the Cartridge Carrier 2-17 Connecting an External Telephone Answering...
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...14-1 Computer to If You Don't Have a CD-ROM Drive 14-2 Work Together Computer Requirements 14-2 Connecting the MFC to the Computer 14-3 Installing Multi-Function Link® Pro Software (CD-ROM) ...... 14-4 Overview of Basic...14-5 View Product Support Information 14-5 Brother Web Link 14-5 Exit 14-6 Installing the Brother Software 14-6 Receiving Messages into the PC 14-9 MF Link Mode 14-9 Brother Status Monitor 14-10 15Using MFC as a Printer Features 15-1 Printer Driver.../Off Line Key 15-5 Reset Key 15-5 Priority Key 15-5 Ink Management Key 15-5 TABLE OF CONTENTS ix
...14-1 Computer to If You Don't Have a CD-ROM Drive 14-2 Work Together Computer Requirements 14-2 Connecting the MFC to the Computer 14-3 Installing Multi-Function Link® Pro Software (CD-ROM) ...... 14-4 Overview of Basic...14-5 View Product Support Information 14-5 Brother Web Link 14-5 Exit 14-6 Installing the Brother Software 14-6 Receiving Messages into the PC 14-9 MF Link Mode 14-9 Brother Status Monitor 14-10 15Using MFC as a Printer Features 15-1 Printer Driver.../Off Line Key 15-5 Reset Key 15-5 Priority Key 15-5 Ink Management Key 15-5 TABLE OF CONTENTS ix
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16Windows® Printing Printer Emulation 16-1 Using the Brother Printer Driver 16-1 Paper Tab 16-2 Copies 16-3 Reverse Order 16-3 Collate 16-3 Orientation 16-3 Paper...16-9 Color Control 16-10 Halftone Type 16-11 Options Tab 16-12 Layout 16-12 TrueType Options 16-13 Ink Cartridge Maintenance 16-13 Watermarks Tab 16-14 Setting Up Watermarks 16-14 Font 16-15 Position 16-15 Adjustment 16... Sending a Fax from a Windows® Application 17-4 Receiving Faxes into the PC 17-5 Checklist for the MFC 17-5 Checklist for Your PC 17-5 Viewing Received Faxes 17-6 x TABLE OF CONTENTS
16Windows® Printing Printer Emulation 16-1 Using the Brother Printer Driver 16-1 Paper Tab 16-2 Copies 16-3 Reverse Order 16-3 Collate 16-3 Orientation 16-3 Paper...16-9 Color Control 16-10 Halftone Type 16-11 Options Tab 16-12 Layout 16-12 TrueType Options 16-13 Ink Cartridge Maintenance 16-13 Watermarks Tab 16-14 Setting Up Watermarks 16-14 Font 16-15 Position 16-15 Adjustment 16... Sending a Fax from a Windows® Application 17-4 Receiving Faxes into the PC 17-5 Checklist for the MFC 17-5 Checklist for Your PC 17-5 Viewing Received Faxes 17-6 x TABLE OF CONTENTS
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...Control Panel 22Important Information If the Uninstall Program Displays an Error Message 20-5 To Access the Add/Remove Programs Properties Window: .. 20-6 Brother Control Panel 21-1 General Settings 21-2 Answer Mode 21-3 Dial Mode 21-3 Reports 21-4 Activity Report Printing 21-4 Print Transmission Verification...21-10 Fax Forward / Paging 21-11 Remote Retrieval Access Code 21-11 Ink Cartridge Maintenance 21-12 Aligning the Ink Cartridges 21-12 Cleaning the Ink Heads 21-13 Installing or Replacing Ink Cartridges 21-13 Left Cartridge 21-14 Right Cartridge 21-14 Standard Telephone and ...
...Control Panel 22Important Information If the Uninstall Program Displays an Error Message 20-5 To Access the Add/Remove Programs Properties Window: .. 20-6 Brother Control Panel 21-1 General Settings 21-2 Answer Mode 21-3 Dial Mode 21-3 Reports 21-4 Activity Report Printing 21-4 Print Transmission Verification...21-10 Fax Forward / Paging 21-11 Remote Retrieval Access Code 21-11 Ink Cartridge Maintenance 21-12 Aligning the Ink Cartridges 21-12 Cleaning the Ink Heads 21-13 Installing or Replacing Ink Cartridges 21-13 Left Cartridge 21-14 Right Cartridge 21-14 Standard Telephone and ...
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...International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement 22-4 Important Safety Instructions 22-5 Compilation and Publication Notice 22-8 Trademarks 22-8 23Specifications Product Description 23-1 Fax Specifications 23-1 Printer Specifications 23-3 Printing 23-3 Controller 23-3 Print Media 23-4 24Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting 24-1 Fax-Back System 24-1 Brother...14 Cleaning the MFC Printer Platen 24-14 Storing an Extra Ink Cartridge 24-15 Preserving Ink Cartridges 24-15 Disposing of the Used Ink Cartridge 24-16 Replacing the Ink Cartridges (Routine Maintenance...
...International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement 22-4 Important Safety Instructions 22-5 Compilation and Publication Notice 22-8 Trademarks 22-8 23Specifications Product Description 23-1 Fax Specifications 23-1 Printer Specifications 23-3 Printing 23-3 Controller 23-3 Print Media 23-4 24Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting 24-1 Fax-Back System 24-1 Brother...14 Cleaning the MFC Printer Platen 24-14 Storing an Extra Ink Cartridge 24-15 Preserving Ink Cartridges 24-15 Disposing of the Used Ink Cartridge 24-16 Replacing the Ink Cartridges (Routine Maintenance...
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... Function Lets you select: 100%, 93%, 87%, 75% and 50%. the handset. Lets you record Outgoing stored in memory without will handle incoming calls. MFC 7050C Control Panel Keys 31 32 29 28 27 26 25 24 20 21 23 22 30 1 2 3 4 Function Set 7O5OC Facsmille Fine FAX Photo S.Fine FAX... Lets you put calls on hold down the online (ready to receive PC Shift key. first printing them. 26 Resolution 2 Hold 10 Start 19 Ink Management Sets the resolution when you Lets you dial telephone and Stops a fax, cancels an Press this key whenever you switch the in autodial numbers...
... Function Lets you select: 100%, 93%, 87%, 75% and 50%. the handset. Lets you record Outgoing stored in memory without will handle incoming calls. MFC 7050C Control Panel Keys 31 32 29 28 27 26 25 24 20 21 23 22 30 1 2 3 4 Function Set 7O5OC Facsmille Fine FAX Photo S.Fine FAX... Lets you put calls on hold down the online (ready to receive PC Shift key. first printing them. 26 Resolution 2 Hold 10 Start 19 Ink Management Sets the resolution when you Lets you dial telephone and Stops a fax, cancels an Press this key whenever you switch the in autodial numbers...
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... the MFC correctly, you may void your MFC. Whenever you transport the MFC, use the packing materials that came with Extension Owner's Manual (Both trays are the same) Remote Retrieval Access Card Brother MFL Pro CD-ROM StartCard If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service...following items: Telephone Line Cord Handset Curled Cord Telephone Handset Ink Cartridges (Color & Black) Bi-directional IEEE-1284 Parallel Cable Document Wire Extension Document Tray with Extension Paper Tray with your warranty. 2-2 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS See "Ordering Accessories and Supplies" on ...
... the MFC correctly, you may void your MFC. Whenever you transport the MFC, use the packing materials that came with Extension Owner's Manual (Both trays are the same) Remote Retrieval Access Card Brother MFL Pro CD-ROM StartCard If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service...following items: Telephone Line Cord Handset Curled Cord Telephone Handset Ink Cartridges (Color & Black) Bi-directional IEEE-1284 Parallel Cable Document Wire Extension Document Tray with Extension Paper Tray with your warranty. 2-2 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS See "Ordering Accessories and Supplies" on ...
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Set the paper thickness lever to the Paper position for : s Plain Paper s Ink Jet Paper 2-8 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS C Adjust the paper guide to the Envelopes position. However, before you print on the right side. See Paper Specifications for Multi-purpose ...
Set the paper thickness lever to the Paper position for : s Plain Paper s Ink Jet Paper 2-8 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS C Adjust the paper guide to the Envelopes position. However, before you print on the right side. See Paper Specifications for Multi-purpose ...
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The screen alternately displays: SET CARTRIDGES PLS OPEN COVER 2 Open the cover. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2-9 Assembly and Connections After a few seconds, the ink cartridge carrier will move to its loading position. 3 Unpack the Color ink cartridge. If you are for initial setup only. Installing Ink Cartridges (Initial Setup) The following steps are replacing ink cartridges, then follow the steps in "Replacing the Ink Cartridges (Routine Maintenance)" on page 24-16. 1 Check that the power is on.
The screen alternately displays: SET CARTRIDGES PLS OPEN COVER 2 Open the cover. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2-9 Assembly and Connections After a few seconds, the ink cartridge carrier will move to its loading position. 3 Unpack the Color ink cartridge. If you are for initial setup only. Installing Ink Cartridges (Initial Setup) The following steps are replacing ink cartridges, then follow the steps in "Replacing the Ink Cartridges (Routine Maintenance)" on page 24-16. 1 Check that the power is on.
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... contact area! RIGHT:1.YES 2.NO 8 Press 1 if you can choose to install the Photo ink cartridge in the left -slot, and press backward until it now, you changed the right-side cartridge. 2 -10 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Each ink cartridge has its own correct position. DID YOU CHANGE? If the... ink cartridges move loosely in the carrier, they are not locked into the left -slot and the Black (...
... contact area! RIGHT:1.YES 2.NO 8 Press 1 if you can choose to install the Photo ink cartridge in the left -slot, and press backward until it now, you changed the right-side cartridge. 2 -10 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Each ink cartridge has its own correct position. DID YOU CHANGE? If the... ink cartridges move loosely in the carrier, they are not locked into the left -slot and the Black (...
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... PHOTO:1.NEW2.OLD 11 Press 1 if you installed the new starter Black ink cartridge. In initial setup, the MFC prompts you to verify that you installed each ink cartridge, so the MFC can warn you when a specific ink cartridge is in the paper cassette, then press Start . BLACK:1.NEW2.OLD... 10 Press 1 if you installed a new Photo ink cartridge (accessory). If needed, adjust the alignment. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2 -11 ...
... PHOTO:1.NEW2.OLD 11 Press 1 if you installed the new starter Black ink cartridge. In initial setup, the MFC prompts you to verify that you installed each ink cartridge, so the MFC can warn you when a specific ink cartridge is in the paper cassette, then press Start . BLACK:1.NEW2.OLD... 10 Press 1 if you installed a new Photo ink cartridge (accessory). If needed, adjust the alignment. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2 -11 ...
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... cause problems. s Do not refill ink cartridges. Use only genuine Brother ink cartridges. 2 -12 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Refilling empty ink cartridges voids your warranty. Incompatible inks can cause damage to clean, replace or exchange it. s Do NOT remove an ink cartridge from the MFC except to the MFC. Printing with the Photo ink cartridge accessory so it will not...
... cause problems. s Do not refill ink cartridges. Use only genuine Brother ink cartridges. 2 -12 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Refilling empty ink cartridges voids your warranty. Incompatible inks can cause damage to clean, replace or exchange it. s Do NOT remove an ink cartridge from the MFC except to the MFC. Printing with the Photo ink cartridge accessory so it will not...
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...Study the alignment page and decide which sample numbers show the most evenly printed ink lines for : A (0 to 30), B (0 to 15), C (0 to 30) and D (0 to 30). 5 Press Stop to assure best print quality. The MFC prints the Alignment Test Sheet. Make sure there is paper in the cassette ...before you enter each level of adjustment for A, B, C and D. (If you are using the Photo ink cartridge, only ink lines A and B will be printed.) 4 Using the dial ...
...Study the alignment page and decide which sample numbers show the most evenly printed ink lines for : A (0 to 30), B (0 to 15), C (0 to 30) and D (0 to 30). 5 Press Stop to assure best print quality. The MFC prints the Alignment Test Sheet. Make sure there is paper in the cassette ...before you enter each level of adjustment for A, B, C and D. (If you are using the Photo ink cartridge, only ink lines A and B will be printed.) 4 Using the dial ...
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... photo printouts, purchase the Brother Photo ink cartridge. (See "Ordering Accessories and Supplies," page ii, item # LC11PH.) We recommend using Kodak Inkjet Photographic Quality Paper Photo Weight with the Photo ink cartridge accessory. Always store your Black or Photo ink cartridge in this container until... empty ink cartridge, place it again. proof bag. Caution s Do not shake a used ink cartridge, the ink will have to remove the Black ink cartridge. When incoming faxes are ready to print, clearing them from memory. 2 -14 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS While the Photo ink cartridge ...
... photo printouts, purchase the Brother Photo ink cartridge. (See "Ordering Accessories and Supplies," page ii, item # LC11PH.) We recommend using Kodak Inkjet Photographic Quality Paper Photo Weight with the Photo ink cartridge accessory. Always store your Black or Photo ink cartridge in this container until... empty ink cartridge, place it again. proof bag. Caution s Do not shake a used ink cartridge, the ink will have to remove the Black ink cartridge. When incoming faxes are ready to print, clearing them from memory. 2 -14 MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS While the Photo ink cartridge ...
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... is not good, follow the steps below the printed bars. If the print quality is satisfactory after running the cleaning three times, the ink nozzles are clean. The MFC starts printing to select 1.HEAD CLEANING and press Set . 3 Press Start . If the print quality of all nozzles functioning correctly. 5 Compare the diagonal...
... is not good, follow the steps below the printed bars. If the print quality is satisfactory after running the cleaning three times, the ink nozzles are clean. The MFC starts printing to select 1.HEAD CLEANING and press Set . 3 Press Start . If the print quality of all nozzles functioning correctly. 5 Compare the diagonal...
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...still broken, clean the ink nozzles manually. Nozzles Contacts 16 Allow the copper-colored area to dry. 17 Reinstall the ink cartridges (insert cartridges and press backward until they snap). 18 Repeat Steps 2-5 to select 3.REPLACE INK and press Set . MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Gently ...blot and wipe dry. Removing and Reinstalling Ink Cartridges: 6 Press Ink Management . 7 Press or to perform another head cleaning. When cleaning the color print...
...still broken, clean the ink nozzles manually. Nozzles Contacts 16 Allow the copper-colored area to dry. 17 Reinstall the ink cartridges (insert cartridges and press backward until they snap). 18 Repeat Steps 2-5 to select 3.REPLACE INK and press Set . MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Gently ...blot and wipe dry. Removing and Reinstalling Ink Cartridges: 6 Press Ink Management . 7 Press or to perform another head cleaning. When cleaning the color print...
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... press backward until they snap). 8 Close the cover. 9 Plug the power cord into their ink nozzles. 1 Press Ink Management . 2 Press or to its loading position. 4 Unplug the MFC's power cord. If print quality still does not improve, call Customer Service for assistance. Cleaning ...and Connections This forces the cartridge carrier to remain in the loading position. 5 Remove both ink cartridges into an electrical outlet. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2 -17 Carrier Contacts 7 Reinstall both ink cartridges (press cartridges forward until they snap and lift out). 6 Use a clean, dry ...
... press backward until they snap). 8 Close the cover. 9 Plug the power cord into their ink nozzles. 1 Press Ink Management . 2 Press or to its loading position. 4 Unplug the MFC's power cord. If print quality still does not improve, call Customer Service for assistance. Cleaning ...and Connections This forces the cartridge carrier to remain in the loading position. 5 Remove both ink cartridges into an electrical outlet. MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 2 -17 Carrier Contacts 7 Reinstall both ink cartridges (press cartridges forward until they snap and lift out). 6 Use a clean, dry ...
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For best results, use Brother special ink jet paper and transparencies. (For information about ordering Brother paper, see page ii.) When you use in the printer driver. Paper PA P E R 3-1 3Paper Paper Affects the Print Quality The quality of paper you print on ink jet paper, transparencies and glossy paper, be ...affected by removing each page after copying or printing. You can be sure to select the correct media in the "Quality/Color" tab in the MFC. We recommend testing various papers before ...
For best results, use Brother special ink jet paper and transparencies. (For information about ordering Brother paper, see page ii.) When you use in the printer driver. Paper PA P E R 3-1 3Paper Paper Affects the Print Quality The quality of paper you print on ink jet paper, transparencies and glossy paper, be ...affected by removing each page after copying or printing. You can be sure to select the correct media in the "Quality/Color" tab in the MFC. We recommend testing various papers before ...
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... for your next document. To provide optimum print quality, Brother manufactures ink jet paper and transparencies specifically for the MFC 7050C Plain Paper: Xerox 4200 Ink Jet Paper: Brother BPHRL Glossy Paper: Kodak Inkjet Photographic Quality Paper Photo Weight Transparencies: Brother BPTRL 3-2 PA P E R s The coated side ... this whiter (coated) side is facing up toward you . Recommended Paper for the MFC 7050C. Keep the paper flat and away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat. s Brother ink jet paper is shiny. When loading paper in the original bag, and keep it...
... for your next document. To provide optimum print quality, Brother manufactures ink jet paper and transparencies specifically for the MFC 7050C Plain Paper: Xerox 4200 Ink Jet Paper: Brother BPHRL Glossy Paper: Kodak Inkjet Photographic Quality Paper Photo Weight Transparencies: Brother BPTRL 3-2 PA P E R s The coated side ... this whiter (coated) side is facing up toward you . Recommended Paper for the MFC 7050C. Keep the paper flat and away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat. s Brother ink jet paper is shiny. When loading paper in the original bag, and keep it...