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...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: 1-877-BROTHER (voice) Description Item Laser Fax Toner TN-430 (Able to print 3000 pages) ...TN-460 (Able to print 6000 pages) Laser Fax Drum DR400 Telephone Line Cord LG3077001 Telephone Handset UF6857010 Handset Curled Cord UF7204008 ...
...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: 1-877-BROTHER (voice) Description Item Laser Fax Toner TN-430 (Able to print 3000 pages) ...TN-460 (Able to print 6000 pages) Laser Fax Drum DR400 Telephone Line Cord LG3077001 Telephone Handset UF6857010 Handset Curled Cord UF7204008 ...
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... refurbished or remanufactured Product you receive will exchange your bill of sale. The "Warranty Period" for consumable items, such as Print Heads, Toner, Drums, Ink Cartridges, Print Cartridges, Refill Ribbons, Therma PLUS Paper and Thermal Paper, etc. The repaired or replacement product will be ... evaluate your original Product has expired or has not been sufficiently validated with a copy of the proof of purchase (bill of sale). BROTHER ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY and EXCHANGE SERVICE (USA Only) This warranty gives you certain rights and you may also have been used with this ...
... refurbished or remanufactured Product you receive will exchange your bill of sale. The "Warranty Period" for consumable items, such as Print Heads, Toner, Drums, Ink Cartridges, Print Cartridges, Refill Ribbons, Therma PLUS Paper and Thermal Paper, etc. The repaired or replacement product will be ... evaluate your original Product has expired or has not been sufficiently validated with a copy of the proof of purchase (bill of sale). BROTHER ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY and EXCHANGE SERVICE (USA Only) This warranty gives you certain rights and you may also have been used with this ...
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... damages. In order to obtain warranty service, the MFC/Facsimile machine must be liable for any failure of the MFC/Facsimile machine to operate properly. For laser products: Failure to remove the Toner Cartridge (and Toner Drum Unit on applicable models) during shipping. This warranty states Brother's entire liability and your nearest Authorized Service Center call...
... damages. In order to obtain warranty service, the MFC/Facsimile machine must be liable for any failure of the MFC/Facsimile machine to operate properly. For laser products: Failure to remove the Toner Cartridge (and Toner Drum Unit on applicable models) during shipping. This warranty states Brother's entire liability and your nearest Authorized Service Center call...
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... Product Registration (For USA Only 1-2 To Complete Your MFC-8500 Registration On-Line (For USA Only 1-2 MFC-8500 Control Panel Overview 1-3 About Fax Machines 1-5 Custom Features... 1-5 Do You Have Voice Mail on the Phone Line 1-5 Why Should There Be Trouble 1-5 How Can You Avoid Possible Problems 1-5 Fax Tones and Handshake 1-6 ECM (Error Correction Mode 1-6 2 Assembly and Connections 2-1 Packing List 2-1 Choosing a Location 2-2 Assembly 2-3 Installing the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner...
... Product Registration (For USA Only 1-2 To Complete Your MFC-8500 Registration On-Line (For USA Only 1-2 MFC-8500 Control Panel Overview 1-3 About Fax Machines 1-5 Custom Features... 1-5 Do You Have Voice Mail on the Phone Line 1-5 Why Should There Be Trouble 1-5 How Can You Avoid Possible Problems 1-5 Fax Tones and Handshake 1-6 ECM (Error Correction Mode 1-6 2 Assembly and Connections 2-1 Packing List 2-1 Choosing a Location 2-2 Assembly 2-3 Installing the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner...
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... the Handset Volume 4-6 Choosing the Handset Volume (For Volume Amplify) ...... 4-6 Setting Volume Amplify (For the Hearing-Impaired)......... 4-7 Memory Storage 4-7 Turning On Automatic Daylight Savings Time 4-7 Toner Save 4-8 Sleep Mode 4-8
... the Handset Volume 4-6 Choosing the Handset Volume (For Volume Amplify) ...... 4-6 Setting Volume Amplify (For the Hearing-Impaired)......... 4-7 Memory Storage 4-7 Turning On Automatic Daylight Savings Time 4-7 Toner Save 4-8 Sleep Mode 4-8
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Reset Key 13-7 Printing the Internal Font List 13-7 Printing the Print Configuration List 13-7 Restoring Factory Default Settings 13-7 14 Printer Driver Settings (For Windows® Only 14-1 Using the Brother MFC-8500 Printer Driver 14-1 Features in the PCL Printer Driver (For Windows®... Users Only 14-1 Basic Tab 14-2 Paper Size 14-3 Multiple Page 14-3 Border Line 14-3 Orientation 14-3 Copies 14-3 Collate 14-4 Media Type 14-4 Advanced Tab 14-5 Print Quality 14-5 Resolution 14-5 Toner...
Reset Key 13-7 Printing the Internal Font List 13-7 Printing the Print Configuration List 13-7 Restoring Factory Default Settings 13-7 14 Printer Driver Settings (For Windows® Only 14-1 Using the Brother MFC-8500 Printer Driver 14-1 Features in the PCL Printer Driver (For Windows®... Users Only 14-1 Basic Tab 14-2 Paper Size 14-3 Multiple Page 14-3 Border Line 14-3 Orientation 14-3 Copies 14-3 Collate 14-4 Media Type 14-4 Advanced Tab 14-5 Print Quality 14-5 Resolution 14-5 Toner...
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...-13 Routine Maintenance 22-16 Cleaning the Document Scanner 22-16 Cleaning the Printer 22-16 Cleaning the Drum Unit 22-17 Replacing the Toner Cartridge 22-18 Toner Empty Indicator 22-18 Replacing the Drum Unit 22-21 Checking the Drum Life 22-22 23 Glossary G-1 24 Specifications S-1 Product Description S-1 Fax...
...-13 Routine Maintenance 22-16 Cleaning the Document Scanner 22-16 Cleaning the Printer 22-16 Cleaning the Drum Unit 22-17 Replacing the Toner Cartridge 22-18 Toner Empty Indicator 22-18 Replacing the Drum Unit 22-21 Checking the Drum Life 22-22 23 Glossary G-1 24 Specifications S-1 Product Description S-1 Fax...
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... setting into the machine. (Left Arrow) (Right Arrow) Moves the LCD cursor to help you set up automatically as an attachment. 6 One Touch Dial Keys These 8 keys give you instant access to start scanning an original into your E-mail application, setting it in function procedure.... 3 Programming Keys: Menu Lets you 'll know to start scanning a text document. INTRODUCTION 1-3 MFC-8500 Control Panel Overview 3 2 1 17 4 16 15 5 14 67 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 Toner Empty Icon The Toner icon flashes on . 2 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Displays messages to the left and right through...
... setting into the machine. (Left Arrow) (Right Arrow) Moves the LCD cursor to help you set up automatically as an attachment. 6 One Touch Dial Keys These 8 keys give you instant access to start scanning an original into your E-mail application, setting it in function procedure.... 3 Programming Keys: Menu Lets you 'll know to start scanning a text document. INTRODUCTION 1-3 MFC-8500 Control Panel Overview 3 2 1 17 4 16 15 5 14 67 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 Toner Empty Icon The Toner icon flashes on . 2 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Displays messages to the left and right through...
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... properly, you may void your machine. Whenever you transport the machine, use the packing materials that came with Extension Drum Unit Assembly (With free Standard Toner Cartridge - Ordering Accessories and Supplies, on Page ii for the correct item numbers. ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2-1 2 Assembly and Connections 2 Packing List Make sure... to 3,000 pages) Document Support Multi-purpose Paper Cassette Owner's Manual CD-ROM Quick Setup Guide Note If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (In USA), 1-877-BROTHER (In Canada) or 1-514-685-6464 (In Montreal).
... properly, you may void your machine. Whenever you transport the machine, use the packing materials that came with Extension Drum Unit Assembly (With free Standard Toner Cartridge - Ordering Accessories and Supplies, on Page ii for the correct item numbers. ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2-1 2 Assembly and Connections 2 Packing List Make sure... to 3,000 pages) Document Support Multi-purpose Paper Cassette Owner's Manual CD-ROM Quick Setup Guide Note If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (In USA), 1-877-BROTHER (In Canada) or 1-514-685-6464 (In Montreal).
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ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2-3 Assembly Installing the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner Cartridge) 1 Unpack the drum unit assembly, including the toner cartridge, and gently rock it to distribute the toner evenly inside the 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.
ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2-3 Assembly Installing the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner Cartridge) 1 Unpack the drum unit assembly, including the toner cartridge, and gently rock it to distribute the toner evenly inside the 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.
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...mode Allows you to change the LCD Language to poll another fax machine. Sets the time for "double-ring" in bold. Reduces size of toner cartridge. Makes prints darker or lighter. ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3-3 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections Options 1. OFF 8. LOCAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE (Canada Only... MODE - - 9. F/T RING TIME 3. POLLING RX ON 8. PC FAX RECEIVE OFF ON OFF Descriptions Changes for PC receiving of rings before MFC answers in FAX/TEL, FAX, MANUAL, or TAD mode. Increases life of image. SETUP RECEIVE 1. Turn ON if PC is shown in FAX...
...mode Allows you to change the LCD Language to poll another fax machine. Sets the time for "double-ring" in bold. Reduces size of toner cartridge. Makes prints darker or lighter. ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3-3 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections Options 1. OFF 8. LOCAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE (Canada Only... MODE - - 9. F/T RING TIME 3. POLLING RX ON 8. PC FAX RECEIVE OFF ON OFF Descriptions Changes for PC receiving of rings before MFC answers in FAX/TEL, FAX, MANUAL, or TAD mode. Increases life of image. SETUP RECEIVE 1. Turn ON if PC is shown in FAX...
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...1 Press Menu, 1, 8. 8.SLEEP MODE 2 Use the Dial pad to enter the length of time the machine is idle before it drops into sleep mode. Toner Save You can choose how long the machine is idle (from 00 to select TONE or PULSE and then press Set. 3 Press Stop/Exit. 4-8 INITIAL... SETUP The default setting is idle. If you have pulse (rotary) dialing service, you set to ON, print appears somewhat lighter. You can conserve toner using this feature. When you need to change the dialing mode. 1 Press Menu, 1, 9. 9.TONE/PULSE 2 Press or to 99 minutes) before it drops...
...1 Press Menu, 1, 8. 8.SLEEP MODE 2 Use the Dial pad to enter the length of time the machine is idle before it drops into sleep mode. Toner Save You can choose how long the machine is idle (from 00 to select TONE or PULSE and then press Set. 3 Press Stop/Exit. 4-8 INITIAL... SETUP The default setting is idle. If you have pulse (rotary) dialing service, you set to ON, print appears somewhat lighter. You can conserve toner using this feature. When you need to change the dialing mode. 1 Press Menu, 1, 9. 9.TONE/PULSE 2 Press or to 99 minutes) before it drops...
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Advanced Tab *2 *3 *4 *5 *1 Change the tab settings by selecting one of the following icons: *1 Print Quality *2 Duplex Printing *3 Watermark *4 Page Setting *5 Device Option Print Quality Resolution You can change the resolution as follows: • 300 dpi • 600 dpi Toner Save You can save running costs by turning on the Toner Save Mode, which reduces the print density. 14 - 5 P R I N T E R D R I V E R S E T T I N G S ( F O R W I N D O W S ® O N L Y )
Advanced Tab *2 *3 *4 *5 *1 Change the tab settings by selecting one of the following icons: *1 Print Quality *2 Duplex Printing *3 Watermark *4 Page Setting *5 Device Option Print Quality Resolution You can change the resolution as follows: • 300 dpi • 600 dpi Toner Save You can save running costs by turning on the Toner Save Mode, which reduces the print density. 14 - 5 P R I N T E R D R I V E R S E T T I N G S ( F O R W I N D O W S ® O N L Y )
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... other party or other party to fax or receive again or call machine terminated the call Brother Customer Service at In USA: 1-800-284-4329 In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER In Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 OUT OF MEMORY (May occur when the machine is busy... the PRINT menu of your application software. • Reduce the print resolution or reduce the complexity of the drum unit or toner cartridge is ready. Page 22-4. Set up the One Touch or Speed Dial number. (See Pages 7-1, 7-2.) 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 22 - 2 unit. CHECK DOCUMENT ...
... other party or other party to fax or receive again or call machine terminated the call Brother Customer Service at In USA: 1-800-284-4329 In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER In Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 OUT OF MEMORY (May occur when the machine is busy... the PRINT menu of your application software. • Reduce the print resolution or reduce the complexity of the drum unit or toner cartridge is ready. Page 22-4. Set up the One Touch or Speed Dial number. (See Pages 7-1, 7-2.) 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 22 - 2 unit. CHECK DOCUMENT ...
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... 1-800-284-4329 In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER In Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 The paper is telling you can still print. Toner is used up and printing is blinking, you that the toner will display MACHINE ERROR XX. Replace the toner cartridge with a new one. (See Page 22-18.) If the LCD... shows TONER LOW and the Toner Empty LED on the control panel is not possible. Reinstall the toner cartridge. -OR- Toner cartridge is not installed. -OR- ...
... 1-800-284-4329 In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER In Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 The paper is telling you can still print. Toner is used up and printing is blinking, you that the toner will display MACHINE ERROR XX. Replace the toner cartridge with a new one. (See Page 22-18.) If the LCD... shows TONER LOW and the Toner Empty LED on the control panel is not possible. Reinstall the toner cartridge. -OR- Toner cartridge is not installed. -OR- ...
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... not use force to scatter on the next printed pages. After you may damage the machine and cause toner to pull the jammed paper from the paper tray because you use the machine, some internal parts are extremely HOT! See the following diagram. HOT! When you must find out where the paper...
... not use force to scatter on the next printed pages. After you may damage the machine and cause toner to pull the jammed paper from the paper tray because you use the machine, some internal parts are extremely HOT! See the following diagram. HOT! When you must find out where the paper...
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... the paper cassette. 5 Reinstall the paper cassette. When you have to pull paper out the back of the machine, the fuser may get dirty with toner powder causing the next few copies of the test page until the pages print clearly. 3 Close the rear cover. 22 - 5 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 Paper is Jammed in the...
... the paper cassette. 5 Reinstall the paper cassette. When you have to pull paper out the back of the machine, the fuser may get dirty with toner powder causing the next few copies of the test page until the pages print clearly. 3 Close the rear cover. 22 - 5 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 Paper is Jammed in the...
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... Sometimes you can temporarily interrupt or disrupt the fax data. Check the primary settings in . (See Page 2-9.) • The toner cartridge and drum unit are having a telephone conversation and a fax communication signal comes through the line while your machine is securely connected...primary corona wire for printing is selected as the primary source. Difficulty I N T E N A N C E 22 - 8 For Example: Your Brother machine handles the Caller ID and Call Waiting/Caller ID subscriber services. You have Call Waiting, RingMaster, Voice Mail, an answering machine, alarm system or...
... Sometimes you can temporarily interrupt or disrupt the fax data. Check the primary settings in . (See Page 2-9.) • The toner cartridge and drum unit are having a telephone conversation and a fax communication signal comes through the line while your machine is securely connected...primary corona wire for printing is selected as the primary source. Difficulty I N T E N A N C E 22 - 8 For Example: Your Brother machine handles the Caller ID and Call Waiting/Caller ID subscriber services. You have Call Waiting, RingMaster, Voice Mail, an answering machine, alarm system or...
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...meets specifications. (See Page 2-6.) If you still see white spots and the LCD shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with a new one. Toner scatters and stains the printed page. Check the machine's environment; The drum unit may cause this print defect to occur. Make sure that meets the...wire of the corona wire is not empty. If after cleaning, you still see dark stripes or toner stains and the LCD shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with a new one . Scattering Toner Adjust the print conditions by wiping the scanner windows with a clean soft cloth. (See Routine ...
...meets specifications. (See Page 2-6.) If you still see white spots and the LCD shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with a new one. Toner scatters and stains the printed page. Check the machine's environment; The drum unit may cause this print defect to occur. Make sure that meets the...wire of the corona wire is not empty. If after cleaning, you still see dark stripes or toner stains and the LCD shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with a new one . Scattering Toner Adjust the print conditions by wiping the scanner windows with a clean soft cloth. (See Routine ...
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Difficulty Suggestions Printed pages are blurred at the center or at regular intervals. In this case, replace the drum unit with a new one. may occur if the machine has not been used for a long time. Try rocking them from side to light. A possible cause is necessary to ... Pages 22-16 and 22-17.) If a blurred page occurs after cleaning and the display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with the toner cartridge installed. Ghost images appear on a flat, horizontal surface. Adjust the print conditions by excessive exposure to side. Rough surfaces or thick media can...
Difficulty Suggestions Printed pages are blurred at the center or at regular intervals. In this case, replace the drum unit with a new one. may occur if the machine has not been used for a long time. Try rocking them from side to light. A possible cause is necessary to ... Pages 22-16 and 22-17.) If a blurred page occurs after cleaning and the display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with the toner cartridge installed. Ghost images appear on a flat, horizontal surface. Adjust the print conditions by excessive exposure to side. Rough surfaces or thick media can...