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... save and use the original packaging. Remove the PC Card cable from the printer and from the computer. Fig. 0-1 Turning the Printer off 3 Pack the printer in Chapter 4) Fig. 0-3 Repacking Remove the AC Adapter and Parallel Interface Cable if connected (MP-21CDX or PA-21MP user only). Fig. 0-2 Remove the Cable ! Failure to fit the...
... save and use the original packaging. Remove the PC Card cable from the printer and from the computer. Fig. 0-1 Turning the Printer off 3 Pack the printer in Chapter 4) Fig. 0-3 Repacking Remove the AC Adapter and Parallel Interface Cable if connected (MP-21CDX or PA-21MP user only). Fig. 0-2 Remove the Cable ! Failure to fit the...
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...off the (On/Off) button and make sure that all the LEDs are off . Remove the Printer Interface Card Cable and AC Adapter if connected (MP-21CDX or optional PA21MP users only ). ! The printer may move the print head by itself and cause injury. If you touch them, it might ...cause injury. Caution DO NOT turn off the printer and make sure that all the LEDs are off . Remove the Printer Interface Card Cable and AC Adapter if connected (MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only) from the printer. ! There are on or blinking. Printer Do's and Don't for Optimum Print Quality ...
...off the (On/Off) button and make sure that all the LEDs are off . Remove the Printer Interface Card Cable and AC Adapter if connected (MP-21CDX or optional PA21MP users only ). ! The printer may move the print head by itself and cause injury. If you touch them, it might ...cause injury. Caution DO NOT turn off the printer and make sure that all the LEDs are off . Remove the Printer Interface Card Cable and AC Adapter if connected (MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only) from the printer. ! There are on or blinking. Printer Do's and Don't for Optimum Print Quality ...
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... printing. ! Caution Do not disassemble the printer. ! Caution When you carry the printer , put the printer in a protective bag or wrap the printer in a plastic bag . Caution DO NOT remove the Printer Interface Card, PC card cable or AC Adapter if connected (MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only) while the printer LEDs are on a flat surface. ! !
... printing. ! Caution Do not disassemble the printer. ! Caution When you carry the printer , put the printer in a protective bag or wrap the printer in a plastic bag . Caution DO NOT remove the Printer Interface Card, PC card cable or AC Adapter if connected (MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only) while the printer LEDs are on a flat surface. ! !
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... 1 INTRODUCTION ABOUT THE GUIDEBOOKS 1-1 ABOUT YOUR PRINTER 1-2 Printer Overview 1-2 Features 1-3 Operating and Storage Environment 1-4 CHAPTER 2 PAPER HANDLING PAPER SPECIFICATIONS 2-1 ABOUT BROTHER SPECIAL PAPER About Brother Special Coated Paper About Brother Special Glossy Paper 2-4 2-4 2-5 LOADING PAPER ... Feeder (MP-21CDX or optional SF-21MP users only) 2-9 CHAPTER 3 CONTROL PANEL LED AND BUTTONS LEDs Buttons 3-1 3-1 3-3 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE PRINT HEAD 4-1 REPLACING THE INK CARTRIDGES 4-2 CLEANING THE PRINTER 4-5 REPACKING THE PRINTER 4-6 viii
... 1 INTRODUCTION ABOUT THE GUIDEBOOKS 1-1 ABOUT YOUR PRINTER 1-2 Printer Overview 1-2 Features 1-3 Operating and Storage Environment 1-4 CHAPTER 2 PAPER HANDLING PAPER SPECIFICATIONS 2-1 ABOUT BROTHER SPECIAL PAPER About Brother Special Coated Paper About Brother Special Glossy Paper 2-4 2-4 2-5 LOADING PAPER ... Feeder (MP-21CDX or optional SF-21MP users only) 2-9 CHAPTER 3 CONTROL PANEL LED AND BUTTONS LEDs Buttons 3-1 3-1 3-3 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE PRINT HEAD 4-1 REPLACING THE INK CARTRIDGES 4-2 CLEANING THE PRINTER 4-5 REPACKING THE PRINTER 4-6 viii
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USER'S GUIDE ABOUT YOUR PRINTER Printer Overview PC Card Cable Top Cover Printer Interface Card (CI-100) Fig. 1-1 Front View AC Adapter Connector Auto Cut Sheet Feeder -1 AC Adapter -2 Straight Paper Path Slot Paper Feeding Slot Guide Parallel Interface Cable -2 Printer Stand Fig. 1-2 Rear View Ink Cartridges (LC03BC, LC03MY) Fig. 1-3 Inside the Printer 1-(MP-21CDX or optional SF-21MP users only) 2-(MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only) 1-2 Paper Release Lever Print Head
USER'S GUIDE ABOUT YOUR PRINTER Printer Overview PC Card Cable Top Cover Printer Interface Card (CI-100) Fig. 1-1 Front View AC Adapter Connector Auto Cut Sheet Feeder -1 AC Adapter -2 Straight Paper Path Slot Paper Feeding Slot Guide Parallel Interface Cable -2 Printer Stand Fig. 1-2 Rear View Ink Cartridges (LC03BC, LC03MY) Fig. 1-3 Inside the Printer 1-(MP-21CDX or optional SF-21MP users only) 2-(MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only) 1-2 Paper Release Lever Print Head
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...to print faster, use the AC adapter (MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only), it fits on various types of paper. t Straight Paper Path The printer can get wonderful output at 720 by 720 dpi resolution. When you print on Brother special coated paper and glossy paper, you...is very small. t No need for an AC Adapter or Printer Cable The printer can take power from a Notebook PC through the Printer Interface Card. When you run out of ink, you want . t AC Adapter and Parallel Interface Connector (MP-21CDX or PA21MP users only) When you have emptied an ink ...
...to print faster, use the AC adapter (MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only), it fits on various types of paper. t Straight Paper Path The printer can get wonderful output at 720 by 720 dpi resolution. When you print on Brother special coated paper and glossy paper, you...is very small. t No need for an AC Adapter or Printer Cable The printer can take power from a Notebook PC through the Printer Interface Card. When you run out of ink, you want . t AC Adapter and Parallel Interface Connector (MP-21CDX or PA21MP users only) When you have emptied an ink ...
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...B5 Transparencies A4, Letter (*3) Glossy paper A4, Letter Envelopes DL, COM-10, Monarch, B5, C5 (*2) Organizer K, L Feeder Capacity (MP-21CDX or SF-21MP users only) 30 sheets of paper, on this printer, you test paper, especially special sizes and types of 75 g/m2 20 × × × × Paper Weight Range From... can only be used in the Straight Paper Path Slot. *3 - Before you print, be used in the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder. *2 - The printer can only be used in the Paper Feeding Slot and the Straight Paper Path Slot, it cannot be sure to 28 lb.) Paper Size User...
...B5 Transparencies A4, Letter (*3) Glossy paper A4, Letter Envelopes DL, COM-10, Monarch, B5, C5 (*2) Organizer K, L Feeder Capacity (MP-21CDX or SF-21MP users only) 30 sheets of paper, on this printer, you test paper, especially special sizes and types of 75 g/m2 20 × × × × Paper Weight Range From... can only be used in the Straight Paper Path Slot. *3 - Before you print, be used in the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder. *2 - The printer can only be used in the Paper Feeding Slot and the Straight Paper Path Slot, it cannot be sure to 28 lb.) Paper Size User...
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Fig. 2-9 Fit the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder onto the Printer 3. Fig. 2-10 Tilt the Feeder and Open the Cover 2-9 Press the center of the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder are closed. 2. Push the latches securely until you hear them click into the lock position. Fit the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder onto the printer. Make sure that the Latches on both sides of the Feeder cover a little and open the Feeder Cover(2). Tilt the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder fully (1). CHAPTER 2 PAPER HANDLING How to Load Paper in the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder (MP-21CDX or optional SF-21MP users only) 1.
Fig. 2-9 Fit the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder onto the Printer 3. Fig. 2-10 Tilt the Feeder and Open the Cover 2-9 Press the center of the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder are closed. 2. Push the latches securely until you hear them click into the lock position. Fit the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder onto the printer. Make sure that the Latches on both sides of the Feeder cover a little and open the Feeder Cover(2). Tilt the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder fully (1). CHAPTER 2 PAPER HANDLING How to Load Paper in the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder (MP-21CDX or optional SF-21MP users only) 1.
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... (On/Off) LED is off . Clean Button When you want to clean the print head, press this button. When you press this button and the printer is turned off. (On/Off) LED comes on, the (On/Off) LED goes off, the When the (Alarm) LED is not completely shut off , pressing... to shut off , power is on after you press this button. Warning Even if you must remove the Printer Interface Card from the computer and remove the AC Adapter from the mains if connected (MP-21CDX or PA-21MP users only) in order to operate. In case of emergencies, you turn the (On...
... (On/Off) LED is off . Clean Button When you want to clean the print head, press this button. When you press this button and the printer is turned off. (On/Off) LED comes on, the (On/Off) LED goes off, the When the (Alarm) LED is not completely shut off , pressing... to shut off , power is on after you press this button. Warning Even if you must remove the Printer Interface Card from the computer and remove the AC Adapter from the mains if connected (MP-21CDX or PA-21MP users only) in order to operate. In case of emergencies, you turn the (On...
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Open the top cover. 3. Wipe the printer platen with a cotton swab. Fig. 4-3 Cleaning the Printer Platen ! Before cleaning the printer or printer platen, be sure to turn off the printer and remove the PC Card Cable from your computer and remove the AC Adapter (MP-21CDX or PA-21MP users only) if connected and make sure that all the LEDs are off. 2. Caution DO NOT touch the Flat Cable, Rollers, Print Head and the Encoder Strip when cleaning. Fig.4-4 The Flat Cable and the Encoder Strip 4-5 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE PRINTER Cleaning the Printer 1.
Open the top cover. 3. Wipe the printer platen with a cotton swab. Fig. 4-3 Cleaning the Printer Platen ! Before cleaning the printer or printer platen, be sure to turn off the printer and remove the PC Card Cable from your computer and remove the AC Adapter (MP-21CDX or PA-21MP users only) if connected and make sure that all the LEDs are off. 2. Caution DO NOT touch the Flat Cable, Rollers, Print Head and the Encoder Strip when cleaning. Fig.4-4 The Flat Cable and the Encoder Strip 4-5 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE PRINTER Cleaning the Printer 1.
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.... Remove the PC Card Cable from your printer. Caution Whenever you transport the printer, use the packing materials which are provided with the original packing material. 4-6 Remove the AC Adapter, Parallel Interface Cable and Auto Cut Sheet Feeder if connected.(MP-21CDX, PA-21MP and SF-21MP users only)... Fig. 4-5 Remove the Cable 3. Also, follow the steps below to repack the printer, or the printer may be damaged. USER'S GUIDE REPACKING THE...
.... Remove the PC Card Cable from your printer. Caution Whenever you transport the printer, use the packing materials which are provided with the original packing material. 4-6 Remove the AC Adapter, Parallel Interface Cable and Auto Cut Sheet Feeder if connected.(MP-21CDX, PA-21MP and SF-21MP users only)... Fig. 4-5 Remove the Cable 3. Also, follow the steps below to repack the printer, or the printer may be damaged. USER'S GUIDE REPACKING THE...
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... it to correct it. Indicates that you expect it to, it in the printer by blinking or turning on the (Alarm) LED. If you may need to Chapter 2. Reinstall the paper. When using the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder (MP-21CDX or SF-21MP users only), press the (On/Off) button after reinstalling the... paper stack into the Feeder. The Top Cover of the printer is recommended that the indicated ink cartridge will run out soon. Replace the ink...
... it to correct it. Indicates that you expect it to, it in the printer by blinking or turning on the (Alarm) LED. If you may need to Chapter 2. Reinstall the paper. When using the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder (MP-21CDX or SF-21MP users only), press the (On/Off) button after reinstalling the... paper stack into the Feeder. The Top Cover of the printer is recommended that the indicated ink cartridge will run out soon. Replace the ink...
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...MP-21C/CDX printer is selected in the printer settings in your application. • The host is configured correctly: check printer port, print manager etc. (clear stored job or 'use print manager' is connected to the printer and your PC/ Printer interface Card. Check to see if the AC adapter (MP-21CDX... or PA-21MP users only) is plugged into a live power source or the Printer Interface Card is selected off . If one for using the Printer Interface Card or Parallel ...
...MP-21C/CDX printer is selected in the printer settings in your application. • The host is configured correctly: check printer port, print manager etc. (clear stored job or 'use print manager' is connected to the printer and your PC/ Printer interface Card. Check to see if the AC adapter (MP-21CDX... or PA-21MP users only) is plugged into a live power source or the Printer Interface Card is selected off . If one for using the Printer Interface Card or Parallel ...
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...loaded is all the same type. • Paper that meets the specifications is not set up paper when using the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder (MP-21CDX or optional SF21MP users only). If so, the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder may be set too tight. For information on . How can I ... guide is loaded. • Papers were fanned before printing. CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING Paper Handling Question The printer does not load paper. Your application software also must be out of paper you are using the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder (MP-21CDX or optional SF-21MP users only). Paper loads skewed when using .
...loaded is all the same type. • Paper that meets the specifications is not set up paper when using the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder (MP-21CDX or optional SF21MP users only). If so, the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder may be set too tight. For information on . How can I ... guide is loaded. • Papers were fanned before printing. CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING Paper Handling Question The printer does not load paper. Your application software also must be out of paper you are using the Auto Cut Sheet Feeder (MP-21CDX or optional SF-21MP users only). Paper loads skewed when using .
Quick Setup Guide - English
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MP-21CDX MP-21C Printer Interface Card Parallel Cable Optional Page PA-21MP A: Printer Interface Card 1 1 4 B: PC Card Cable 2 2 7 C: Parallel Cable 1 1 8 D: Ink 3 3 2 2 10 E: Printer Driver 4 4 3 3 13 The product names in this guidebook first to set up your printer and prepare your computer for setting ... to change without notice. ©1998 Brother Industries Ltd. The specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of setting up the printer varies by model. Mobile Full Color Inkjet Printer MP-21C/CDX Quick Setup Guide Read this guidebook are...
MP-21CDX MP-21C Printer Interface Card Parallel Cable Optional Page PA-21MP A: Printer Interface Card 1 1 4 B: PC Card Cable 2 2 7 C: Parallel Cable 1 1 8 D: Ink 3 3 2 2 10 E: Printer Driver 4 4 3 3 13 The product names in this guidebook first to set up your printer and prepare your computer for setting ... to change without notice. ©1998 Brother Industries Ltd. The specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of setting up the printer varies by model. Mobile Full Color Inkjet Printer MP-21C/CDX Quick Setup Guide Read this guidebook are...
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... After you have all the items shown below. Auto Cut Sheet Feeder (MP-21CDX only) PC Card Cable Printer Interface Card (CI-100-PC Card) Ink Cartridges (LC03BC, LC03MY) AC adapter -100V (MP-21CDX only) Parallel Interface Cable (MP-21CDX only) Floppy Disks AC adapter -200V (MP-21CDX only) User's Guide Quick Setup Guide Fig. 2 Components in case you...
... After you have all the items shown below. Auto Cut Sheet Feeder (MP-21CDX only) PC Card Cable Printer Interface Card (CI-100-PC Card) Ink Cartridges (LC03BC, LC03MY) AC adapter -100V (MP-21CDX only) Parallel Interface Cable (MP-21CDX only) Floppy Disks AC adapter -200V (MP-21CDX only) User's Guide Quick Setup Guide Fig. 2 Components in case you...
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... model. The steps required for setting up as shown in the correct order to ensure correct printer operation. MP-21CDX MP-21C Printer Interface Card Parallel Cable Optional Page PA-21MP A: Printer Interface Card 1 1 4 B: PC Card Cable 2 2 7 C: Parallel Cable 1 1 8 D: Ink 3 3 2 2 10 E: Printer Driver 4 4 3 3 13 Computer Requirements The following are the minimum computer requirements to follow the steps below...
... model. The steps required for setting up as shown in the correct order to ensure correct printer operation. MP-21CDX MP-21C Printer Interface Card Parallel Cable Optional Page PA-21MP A: Printer Interface Card 1 1 4 B: PC Card Cable 2 2 7 C: Parallel Cable 1 1 8 D: Ink 3 3 2 2 10 E: Printer Driver 4 4 3 3 13 Computer Requirements The following are the minimum computer requirements to follow the steps below...
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ABOUT YOUR PRINTER Printer Overview PC Card Cable Top Cover Printer Interface Card (CI-100) Fig. 3 Front View AC Adapter Connector Auto Cut Sheet Feeder -1 AC Adapter- 2 Straight Paper Path Slot Paper Feeding Slot Guide Parallel Interface Cable -2 Fig. 4 Rear View Printer Stand Print Head Release Lever Ink Cartridges (LC03BC, LC03MY) Fig. 5 Inside the Printer 1) MP-21CDX or optional SF-21MP users only 2) MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only 3
ABOUT YOUR PRINTER Printer Overview PC Card Cable Top Cover Printer Interface Card (CI-100) Fig. 3 Front View AC Adapter Connector Auto Cut Sheet Feeder -1 AC Adapter- 2 Straight Paper Path Slot Paper Feeding Slot Guide Parallel Interface Cable -2 Fig. 4 Rear View Printer Stand Print Head Release Lever Ink Cartridges (LC03BC, LC03MY) Fig. 5 Inside the Printer 1) MP-21CDX or optional SF-21MP users only 2) MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only 3
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Connect the PC Card Cable to your computer and printer 1. Fig. 7 Connecting the PC Card Cable 7 How to connect the PC card cable to the printer. B: CONNECTING THE CABLES - PC Card Cable Connect Your Printer To Your Computer You can connect the printer through the Printer Interface Card or through the Parallel Interface cable (MP-21CDX or PA-21MP users only).
Connect the PC Card Cable to your computer and printer 1. Fig. 7 Connecting the PC Card Cable 7 How to connect the PC card cable to the printer. B: CONNECTING THE CABLES - PC Card Cable Connect Your Printer To Your Computer You can connect the printer through the Printer Interface Card or through the Parallel Interface cable (MP-21CDX or PA-21MP users only).
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Parallel Interface Cable How to connect the AC Adapter and Parallel Interface Cable to your computer and printer (MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only) Note Only the MP-21CDX model is PA-21MP. 1. Fig. 9 Connecting the Parallel Interface Cable 8 C: CONNECTING THE CABLES - Fig. 8 Connecting the AC Adapter 2. Connect the AC Adapter to your printer and plug it into the mains. If you would like to the printer. Connect the Parallel Interface Cable to purchase them as an option, the order number is shipped with an AC Adapter and Parallel Interface Cable.
Parallel Interface Cable How to connect the AC Adapter and Parallel Interface Cable to your computer and printer (MP-21CDX or optional PA-21MP users only) Note Only the MP-21CDX model is PA-21MP. 1. Fig. 9 Connecting the Parallel Interface Cable 8 C: CONNECTING THE CABLES - Fig. 8 Connecting the AC Adapter 2. Connect the AC Adapter to your printer and plug it into the mains. If you would like to the printer. Connect the Parallel Interface Cable to purchase them as an option, the order number is shipped with an AC Adapter and Parallel Interface Cable.