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.../time data after January 1, 2000. Brother fax machines and multi-function centers will be provided to individual customers via software patches through software download or from Brother Customer Service. ©1996-1998 Brother Industries, Ltd. Our focus is addressing...brother.com . Please continue to check our Web page for all non-Brother hardware, software and firmware used by our customers in connection or combination with Brother fax machines, MFCs and bundled software, accurately exchange date data with the Brother products. Year 2000 Compliant Brother is to ensure that all Brother...
.../time data after January 1, 2000. Brother fax machines and multi-function centers will be provided to individual customers via software patches through software download or from Brother Customer Service. ©1996-1998 Brother Industries, Ltd. Our focus is addressing...brother.com . Please continue to check our Web page for all non-Brother hardware, software and firmware used by our customers in connection or combination with Brother fax machines, MFCs and bundled software, accurately exchange date data with the Brother products. Year 2000 Compliant Brother is to ensure that all Brother...
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...Does Not Work 119 Vertical Black Lines When Sending 119 Handling Incoming Calls 119 Double Ring in the United States only ...... 105 International Energy Star Compliance Statement 106 Industry Canada Compliance Statement (For Canada Only 107 Federal Communications Commission Compliance Notice (For USA Only ...Sentences Cut Off 118 Vertical Black Lines When Receiving 118 Phone Line or Connections 118 FAX/MFC Does Not Answer When Called 118 No Dial Tone on the World Wide Web 113 Brother Bulletin Board 114 Error Messages ...114 If You Are Having Difficulty with Your FAX...
...Does Not Work 119 Vertical Black Lines When Sending 119 Handling Incoming Calls 119 Double Ring in the United States only ...... 105 International Energy Star Compliance Statement 106 Industry Canada Compliance Statement (For Canada Only 107 Federal Communications Commission Compliance Notice (For USA Only ...Sentences Cut Off 118 Vertical Black Lines When Receiving 118 Phone Line or Connections 118 FAX/MFC Does Not Answer When Called 118 No Dial Tone on the World Wide Web 113 Brother Bulletin Board 114 Error Messages ...114 If You Are Having Difficulty with Your FAX...
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... to Work Together PC Configuration Requirements 126 Connecting the MFC 970MC to Your PC 126 Available Options ...127 Install Multi-Function Link Software 127 On-Line Documentation 127 Product Support 127 Brother Web Link 127 Installing the Multi-Function Link Software ...Steps 128 Accessing the Software Installation Window 128 Installing the Brother Software 128 Viewing On-Line Documentation 129 16Using the Introduction ...131 Multi-Function Link Software Running the Brother Software 132 (For MFC 970MC Only) Multi-Function Link 133 Visioneer PaperPort LE 133 ...
... to Work Together PC Configuration Requirements 126 Connecting the MFC 970MC to Your PC 126 Available Options ...127 Install Multi-Function Link Software 127 On-Line Documentation 127 Product Support 127 Brother Web Link 127 Installing the Multi-Function Link Software ...Steps 128 Accessing the Software Installation Window 128 Installing the Brother Software 128 Viewing On-Line Documentation 129 16Using the Introduction ...131 Multi-Function Link Software Running the Brother Software 132 (For MFC 970MC Only) Multi-Function Link 133 Visioneer PaperPort LE 133 ...
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viii T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S Glossary ...145 Index ...149 Brother Numbers ...153 Fax-Back System ...153 Brother on the World Wide Web 153 Brother Bulletin Board 153 For Customer Service 153 Ordering Accessories and Supplies 154
viii T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S Glossary ...145 Index ...149 Brother Numbers ...153 Fax-Back System ...153 Brother on the World Wide Web 153 Brother Bulletin Board 153 For Customer Service 153 Ordering Accessories and Supplies 154
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...of basic operational steps and functions. Also, throughout this manual. You will be simple to use your FAX/MFC has a Help Key. Additionally, your FAX/MFC to guide you can use , with LCD screen prompts to its fullest potential by checking the Index at .... However, you through functions. 1C H A P T E R O N E Introduction 1 Using This Manual Thank you to read this manual. This FAX/MFC has been designed to be able to find information about a specific feature or function by taking a few minutes to important information, crossreferences, and warnings. Illustrations...
...of basic operational steps and functions. Also, throughout this manual. You will be simple to use your FAX/MFC has a Help Key. Additionally, your FAX/MFC to guide you can use , with LCD screen prompts to its fullest potential by checking the Index at .... However, you through functions. 1C H A P T E R O N E Introduction 1 Using This Manual Thank you to read this manual. This FAX/MFC has been designed to be able to find information about a specific feature or function by taking a few minutes to important information, crossreferences, and warnings. Illustrations...
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... the screen continues to listen for about 40 seconds after dialing. loud, chirping sounds. You'll soon learn to display "RECEIVE." If your FAX/MFC is properly installed. Even if the other party hangs up your Station ID. USA 1-908-685-9283 (fax) About Fax Machines If you are receiving... your fax line, so you know if you are sending CNG tones over the phone line, and the screen displays "RECEIVE." To get used to Brother's Automated Fax Response System as your first transmission. 2 CHAPTER ONE Test Sheet Procedures (for USA only) See Setting Station ID p. 28 After programming ...
... the screen continues to listen for about 40 seconds after dialing. loud, chirping sounds. You'll soon learn to display "RECEIVE." If your FAX/MFC is properly installed. Even if the other party hangs up your Station ID. USA 1-908-685-9283 (fax) About Fax Machines If you are receiving... your fax line, so you know if you are sending CNG tones over the phone line, and the screen displays "RECEIVE." To get used to Brother's Automated Fax Response System as your first transmission. 2 CHAPTER ONE Test Sheet Procedures (for USA only) See Setting Station ID p. 28 After programming ...
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...FAX 770, FAX 870MC and MFC 970MC only Remote Control Access Card** NOTICE: If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA) or 1-800-853-6660 (from within Canada). If you do not pack the FAX/MFC correctly, you transport the FAX/MFC, use the packing materials that... came with your warranty. Whenever you may void your machine. For MFC 970MC only **...... 8 ...
...FAX 770, FAX 870MC and MFC 970MC only Remote Control Access Card** NOTICE: If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA) or 1-800-853-6660 (from within Canada). If you do not pack the FAX/MFC correctly, you transport the FAX/MFC, use the packing materials that... came with your warranty. Whenever you may void your machine. For MFC 970MC only **...... 8 ...
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... store a number. (One Touch key 1 is dialed. 7 63 CHAPTER SEVEN Setup Auto Dial Numbers Storing Numbers for Easy Dialing You can set up your FAX/MFC to do three types of easy dialing: One Touch, Speed Dial, and Groups for Broadcasting of the dial pad. 1 Press Function , 6 , 1 . 2 Press the One Touch... key where you to enter a name for Brother Fax-Back System, USA only. NAME: 5 Use the dial pad to enter the name (up to the right of faxes. When you enter letters-OR...
... store a number. (One Touch key 1 is dialed. 7 63 CHAPTER SEVEN Setup Auto Dial Numbers Storing Numbers for Easy Dialing You can set up your FAX/MFC to do three types of easy dialing: One Touch, Speed Dial, and Groups for Broadcasting of the dial pad. 1 Press Function , 6 , 1 . 2 Press the One Touch... key where you to enter a name for Brother Fax-Back System, USA only. NAME: 5 Use the dial pad to enter the name (up to the right of faxes. When you enter letters-OR...
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... 4321 Now, when you dial by pressing only three keys. 64 CHAPTER SEVEN 6 Press Set . If you to store a pause longer than 3.5 seconds, please call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA), or 1-800-853-6660 (from within Canada). The screen prompts you 've stored the two parts of number...
... 4321 Now, when you dial by pressing only three keys. 64 CHAPTER SEVEN 6 Press Set . If you to store a pause longer than 3.5 seconds, please call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA), or 1-800-853-6660 (from within Canada). The screen prompts you 've stored the two parts of number...
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... one line should contact your local telephone company to determine the maximum REN for information on obtaining service or repair. As an International Energy Star partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. If your fax damages the telephone line, the telephone company may make changes to its facilities, equipment, operations...you disconnect this equipment from the line until the problem has been corrected or until you are not able to solve a problem with your FAX/MFC, contact Brother at USA: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) 1-908-575-8790 (fax) From within Canada: 1-800-853-6660 (voice) 1-514-685-4898...
... one line should contact your local telephone company to determine the maximum REN for information on obtaining service or repair. As an International Energy Star partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. If your fax damages the telephone line, the telephone company may make changes to its facilities, equipment, operations...you disconnect this equipment from the line until the problem has been corrected or until you are not able to solve a problem with your FAX/MFC, contact Brother at USA: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) 1-908-575-8790 (fax) From within Canada: 1-800-853-6660 (voice) 1-514-685-4898...
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... or connected to party lines. For your convenience, note the number below and retain this information, including direct, special or consequential damages. Brother cannot accept any financial or other responsibilities that may be the result of your use of this Owner's Manual to the back of electrical ... affixed to serve as a permanent record of a theft or fire, or for future reference. MODEL NO: FAX 750, FAX 770, FAX 870MC, MFC 970MC (Circle your purchase, in the event of your model number) SERIAL NUMBER NAME OF DEALER DATE OF PURCHASE The serial number may not be found...
... or connected to party lines. For your convenience, note the number below and retain this information, including direct, special or consequential damages. Brother cannot accept any financial or other responsibilities that may be the result of your use of this Owner's Manual to the back of electrical ... affixed to serve as a permanent record of a theft or fire, or for future reference. MODEL NO: FAX 750, FAX 770, FAX 870MC, MFC 970MC (Circle your purchase, in the event of your model number) SERIAL NUMBER NAME OF DEALER DATE OF PURCHASE The serial number may not be found...
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... voltage points and/or other controls may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in performance, indicating a need for your nearest Brother Authorized Service Center: USA: From within Canada: From within Montreal: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) 1-908-575-8790 (fax) 1-800-521...against power surges, we recommend the use of a power protection device (Surge Protector). A list of Brother Authorized Service Centers has been included for your convenience, or you to a Brother Authorized Service Center under the following conditions: A When the power cord is damaged or frayed. B...
... voltage points and/or other controls may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in performance, indicating a need for your nearest Brother Authorized Service Center: USA: From within Canada: From within Montreal: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) 1-908-575-8790 (fax) 1-800-521...against power surges, we recommend the use of a power protection device (Surge Protector). A list of Brother Authorized Service Centers has been included for your convenience, or you to a Brother Authorized Service Center under the following conditions: A When the power cord is damaged or frayed. B...
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...OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITS CORRECTNESS, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, CURRENTNESS OR OTHERWISE. IN NO EVENT WILL BROTHER'S LICENSOR(S), BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS... OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, AND THE LIKE) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE EVEN IF BROTHER'S LICENSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IS NOT PERMITTED BY SOME STATES. Disclaimer ...
...OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITS CORRECTNESS, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, CURRENTNESS OR OTHERWISE. IN NO EVENT WILL BROTHER'S LICENSOR(S), BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS... OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, AND THE LIKE) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE EVEN IF BROTHER'S LICENSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IS NOT PERMITTED BY SOME STATES. Disclaimer ...
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112 C H A P T E R T H I R T E E N Trademarks The Brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. Brother is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. IBM, IBM PC, MWAVE and IBM Aptiva are registered trademarks of Visioneer, Inc. Visioneer PaperPort is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. Microsoft and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft in this manual are...
112 C H A P T E R T H I R T E E N Trademarks The Brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. Brother is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. IBM, IBM PC, MWAVE and IBM Aptiva are registered trademarks of Visioneer, Inc. Visioneer PaperPort is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. Microsoft and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft in this manual are...
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... to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), on the World Wide Web. If you can't resolve difficulty with your FAX/MFC using the system, and an index of Fax-Back subjects. Brother on One Touch key 1 . Visit us at http://www.brother.com USA: 1-800-521-2846 From within Canada: 1-800-681-9838 The...-Back System number (USA only) has been preprogrammed on the World Wide Web You can get instant answers to receive faxed instructions about Brother products, from which you can find more information about using this manual, call our Fax-Back System, and follow the voice prompts to common ...
... to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), on the World Wide Web. If you can't resolve difficulty with your FAX/MFC using the system, and an index of Fax-Back subjects. Brother on One Touch key 1 . Visit us at http://www.brother.com USA: 1-800-521-2846 From within Canada: 1-800-681-9838 The...-Back System number (USA only) has been preprogrammed on the World Wide Web You can get instant answers to receive faxed instructions about Brother products, from which you can find more information about using this manual, call our Fax-Back System, and follow the voice prompts to common ...
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Paper Cover The list below explains the most common error messages. If this happens, your FAX/MFC or telephone line. If you need additional help, call the Brother Fax-Back System at USA: 1-800-521-2846 From within Canada: 1-888-298-3616 1-514-685-2040 ...Error Messages You may occasionally encounter a difficulty with your FAX/MFC often identifies the problem and displays an error message. 114 C H A P T E R F O U R T E E N Brother Bulletin Board Brother's Bulletin Board Numbers are USA: From within Canada: 1-800-681-9838 CHECK PAPER The FAX...
Paper Cover The list below explains the most common error messages. If this happens, your FAX/MFC or telephone line. If you need additional help, call the Brother Fax-Back System at USA: 1-800-521-2846 From within Canada: 1-888-298-3616 1-514-685-2040 ...Error Messages You may occasionally encounter a difficulty with your FAX/MFC often identifies the problem and displays an error message. 114 C H A P T E R F O U R T E E N Brother Bulletin Board Brother's Bulletin Board Numbers are USA: From within Canada: 1-800-681-9838 CHECK PAPER The FAX...
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...called does not answer or is not completely closed. 117 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D M A I N T E N A N C E MACHINE ERROR XX and PRESS STOP KEY Contact Brother Customer Service at USA: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) From within Canada: 1-800-853-6660 (voice) From within Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 (voice) NO RESPONSE/BUSY... 64 for it . Check the number and call again. See "Regular Maintenance" on p. 92. If you still get a scanner error, contact Brother Customer Service at USA: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) From within Canada: 1-800-853-6660 (voice) From within Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 ...
...called does not answer or is not completely closed. 117 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D M A I N T E N A N C E MACHINE ERROR XX and PRESS STOP KEY Contact Brother Customer Service at USA: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) From within Canada: 1-800-853-6660 (voice) From within Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 (voice) NO RESPONSE/BUSY... 64 for it . Check the number and call again. See "Regular Maintenance" on p. 92. If you still get a scanner error, contact Brother Customer Service at USA: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) From within Canada: 1-800-853-6660 (voice) From within Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 ...
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... the wall outlet, call . Then stop speaking until you hear no dial tone, check telephone line cord connections at the FAX/MFC and wall jack. If there is still a problem, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA) or 1-800-853-6660 (from within Canada). If the problem continues, call... speaking may be dirty. Connect a standard telephone handset to hold while you hear the Call Waiting signal, ask the other party to the FAX/MFC telephone jack. Check that the handset is sent ten seconds after the Call Waiting Signal The Caller ID signal is connected to see the Caller...
... the wall outlet, call . Then stop speaking until you hear no dial tone, check telephone line cord connections at the FAX/MFC and wall jack. If there is still a problem, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA) or 1-800-853-6660 (from within Canada). If the problem continues, call... speaking may be dirty. Connect a standard telephone handset to hold while you hear the Call Waiting signal, ask the other party to the FAX/MFC telephone jack. Check that the handset is sent ten seconds after the Call Waiting Signal The Caller ID signal is connected to see the Caller...
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Custom Features on a Single Line If you have the option to receive the fax call, by switching to clear the line. Brother's ECM feature should help overcome this problem. If avoiding a slight interruption is a fax by asking the first caller to hang up to it may create a ...
Custom Features on a Single Line If you have the option to receive the fax call, by switching to clear the line. Brother's ECM feature should help overcome this problem. If avoiding a slight interruption is a fax by asking the first caller to hang up to it may create a ...
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Read it carefully to Work Together Before You Install Multi-Function Link This chapter takes you begin the Multi-Function Link installation, please check the contents of the installation process. Package Contents Before you through each step of your package: s Brother CD-ROM s Multi-Function Link Cable and PC I/F Box s Warranty, Upgrade and Licensing Materials 15 125 CHAPTER FIFTEEN Setting Up the MFC 970MC and Computer to ensure a problem-free installation.
Read it carefully to Work Together Before You Install Multi-Function Link This chapter takes you begin the Multi-Function Link installation, please check the contents of the installation process. Package Contents Before you through each step of your package: s Brother CD-ROM s Multi-Function Link Cable and PC I/F Box s Warranty, Upgrade and Licensing Materials 15 125 CHAPTER FIFTEEN Setting Up the MFC 970MC and Computer to ensure a problem-free installation.