FAX-2800MFC-4800®OWNER’S MANUALversion B
viii Storing NumbersStoring One Touch Dial Numbers (For FAX-2800 Only)1Press Menu/Set, 2, 3, 1.2Press the One Touch key where you want to store the
11 - 3 MAKING COPIESUsing Enlarge/Reduce KeyAUTO sets the FAX/MFC to calculate automatically the reduction ratio that fits the size of your paper. Z
MAKING COPIES 11 - 4Using the Options KeyUse the Options key to set the copy mode (resolution), contrast and special copy options. See the explanati
11 - 5 MAKING COPIESSpecial Copy OptionsYou can save paper by copying either two or four pages onto one page.1Place the original face down in the AD
MAKING COPIES 11 - 6Changing Default Copy SettingsPress Menu/Set, 3 to change default settings for Copy mode. These settings will remain until you c
12 - 1 USING BROTHER MACHINE AS A PRINTER1212Using Brother Machine as a PrinterSpecial Printing FeaturesWindows® PrintingThe dedicated printer drive
USING BROTHER MACHINE AS A PRINTER 12 - 2Two-Sided Printing (Manual Duplex)The supplied printer drivers for Windows® 95/98/98SE/Me and Windows NT® W
12 - 3 USING BROTHER MACHINE AS A PRINTERLoading Envelopes in Multi-purpose Sheet FeederYou can load up to 10 envelopes into the multi-purpose sheet
USING BROTHER MACHINE AS A PRINTER 12 - 4Choosing Acceptable PaperWe recommend that you test paper, especially special sizes and types, on the MFC b
13 - 1 PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)1313Printer Driver Settings (For Windows® Only)Using the Brother MFC-4800 Printer DriverA Printer
PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 13 - 2Basic Tab*1 Select the Paper size, Multiple Page and Orientation.*2 Select number of Copies and Me
ixTable of Contents1Introduction... 1-1Using This Manual...
13 - 3 PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Paper SizeFrom the drop-down box select the Paper Size you are using.Multiple PageThe Multiple Pag
PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 13 - 4CollateThe collate selection is active if more than one copy is selected. With the collate check b
13 - 5 PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Advanced TabChange the tab settings by selecting one of the following icons:*1 Print Quality*2 Dup
PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 13 - 6Print Setting (For Windows® 95/98/98SE/Me Users Only)Print Setting is used for optimizing your pri
13 - 7 PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Watermark (*3)You can place a logo or text into your document as a Watermark by using a bitmap fil
PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 13 - 8You can change the size and the position of the Watermark on the page by selecting the Watermark a
13 - 9 PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Page Setting (*4)You can change the print size of your document with the Scaling feature. 1Check
PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 13 - 10Device Options (*5)Set one of the following Printer Functions: Quick Print Setup A Administrato
13 - 11 PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Quick Print SetupThe Quick Print Setup feature allows you to quickly select driver settings. To v
PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 13 - 12Print Date & TimeWhen enabled the Print Date and Time feature will automatically print the da
x Installing FAX/MFC, External Two-Line TAD and Two-Line Telephone ... 2-12Multi-Line Connections (PBX)
13 - 13 PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)SupportThe Support Tab provides driver version information and setting information. In addition t
PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 13 - 14Features in the Printer Driver (For Windows® 2000)General TabPrinting PreferencesIn the General t
13 - 15 PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Layout Tab*1 OrientationSelect the Orientation, which is how your document will be positioned on
PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 13 - 16*2 Pages Per SheetYou can select 1, 2, 4, 6, 9 or 16 pages to be printed on one sheet of paper. T
13 - 17 PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)*2 Media For the best print quality, select the type of media you are using: Regular Thick Pap
PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 13 - 18*2 GraphicPrint Quality – You can change the resolution as follows: 600 × 600 dots per inch 300
13 - 19 PRINTER DRIVER SETTINGS (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Device Settings Tab (Not Available)Form To Tray Assignment – The paper size is displayed. If you
USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 14 - 11414Using the Windows®-Based Brother MFL-Pro Control Center (For W
14 - 2 USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)AutoLoad the Brother Control Center The Control Center is initiall
USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 14 - 3Using the Control Panel KeysBefore you can use the Scan keys on th
xiSetting F/T Ring Time (For FAX/TEL Mode Only)... 5-3Easy Receive ...
14 - 4 USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Brother Control Center FeaturesAuto ConfigurationDuring the instal
USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 14 - 5Copy OperationsCopy—allows you to use the PC and any Windows® prin
14 - 6 USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Setting Up the Scanner ConfigurationsThe Pop-Up application stores
USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 14 - 7Scan to FileScanner SettingsFrom the pull-down list, select the sc
14 - 8 USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Destination FolderPaperPort Folder—Select this checkbox to scan th
USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 14 - 9Scanner SettingsFrom the pull-down list, select the scanning mode
14 - 10 USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Conversion OptionsFormatCombine all files into one file when poss
USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 14 - 11Scan to Word ProcessorScanner SettingsFrom the pull-down list, se
14 - 12 USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Word ProcessorWord Processor—From the pull-down list, select the
USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 14 - 13User-Defined ButtonScanner SettingsFrom the pull-down list, selec
xii 7Auto Dial Numbers and Dialing Options ... 7-1Storing Numbers for Easy Dialing ...
14 - 14 USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)CopyScanner SettingsFrom the pull-down list, select the scanning
USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 14 - 15Send a FaxScanner SettingsFrom the pull-down list, select the sca
14 - 16 USING THE WINDOWS®-BASED BROTHER MFL-PRO CONTROL CENTER (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)FAX SettingsBrother PC-FAXFAX Resolution—Fine (200 × 200)1To chan
SCANNER AND USING SCANSOFT™ PAPERPORT® AND TEXTBRIDGE® OCR 15 - 11515Scanner and Using ScanSoft™ PaperPort® and TextBridge® OCRUsing ScanSoft™ Paper
15 - 2 SCANNER AND USING SCANSOFT™ PAPERPORT® AND TEXTBRIDGE® OCRViewing ItemsPaperPort® provides several ways to view items: Desktop View displays
SCANNER AND USING SCANSOFT™ PAPERPORT® AND TEXTBRIDGE® OCR 15 - 3Links to Many Other ApplicationsPaperPort® automatically recognizes many other appl
15 - 4 SCANNER AND USING SCANSOFT™ PAPERPORT® AND TEXTBRIDGE® OCRExporting Items in Other FormatsYou can export or save PaperPort® items in several
SCANNER AND USING SCANSOFT™ PAPERPORT® AND TEXTBRIDGE® OCR 15 - 5Scanning a Document into Your PC1Insert document(s) face down in the document feede
15 - 6 SCANNER AND USING SCANSOFT™ PAPERPORT® AND TEXTBRIDGE® OCRContrastThe contrast setting is adjustable only when you have selected one of the g
SCANNER AND USING SCANSOFT™ PAPERPORT® AND TEXTBRIDGE® OCR 15 - 7PreScanning an ImagePreScanning allows you to scan an image quickly at a low resolu
xiiiDisclaimer... 8-69Remote Fax Options...
16 - 1 SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)1616Setting Up and Using PC FAX (For Windows® Only)IntroductionThis chapter outlines the basic
SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 16 - 2MFC Remote SetupThe MFC Remote Setup application allows you to quickly set up your MFC by taki
16 - 3 SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)PC FAX Sending (For Windows® Only)The Brother PC FAX feature allows you to use your PC to send
SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 16 - 4Setting Up SendingTo access the Sending tab from the Brother PC-FAX Setup dialog box, click th
16 - 5 SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)User interfaceSelect the User Interface for the Sending dialog box. You have a choice of the S
SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 16 - 6Setting Up Speed DialAccess the Speed Dial tab from the Brother PC-Fax Setup dialog box by cli
16 - 7 SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)The Address BookFrom the Start menu, select Programs, Brother, Brother MFL Pro Suite, and then
SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 16 - 8Setting Up a Member in the Address BookIn the Brother Address Book dialog box you can add, edi
16 - 9 SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)Setting Up a Group for BroadcastingIf you repeatedly send the same PC-FAX to multiple recipien
SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 16 - 10Deleting a Member or Group1Select the Member of Group you want to delete.2Click the delete
xiv 12Using Brother Machine as a Printer... 12-1Special Printing Features...
16 - 11 SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)5Type the name of the file, and then select Save.Importing to the Address BookYou can import
SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 16 - 123Select Divide Character - Tab or Comma based on what file format you are importing. 4Select
16 - 13 SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)ToYou can enter information in each field.FromYou can enter information in each field.Comment
SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 16 - 14Sending a File as a PC-FAX Using the Facsimile Style1Create a file in Word, Excel, Paint, Dra
16 - 15 SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY)4Enter the fax number by using any of the following methods:a. Enter the number using the dia
SETTING UP AND USING PC FAX (FOR WINDOWS® ONLY) 16 - 163Select Brother PC-FAX as your printer, and then click OK.The FAX Sending dialog box will app
17 - 1 USING AUTOMATIC E-MAIL PRINTING1717Using Automatic E-Mail PrintingFor Windows® 95, 98, 98SE, Me OnlyMain Features You can use Automatic E-Ma
USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOK 18 - 11818Using the Brother MFC with a New Power Macintosh® G3, G4 or iMac™
18 - 2 USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOKTo print the document:3From application software such as PaperPort®,
USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOK 18 - 3Sending a Fax from Your Macintosh® ApplicationYou can send a fax dire
xvPage Setting (*4) ... 13-9Device Options (*5) ...
18 - 4 USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOK4Click Send Fax. The Send Fax dialog box appears:The Send Fax dialog
USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOK 18 - 5Setting Up Your Address BookYou can add new members and groups to you
18 - 6 USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOKAdding a New GroupYou can set up a group of multiple recipients.1Clic
USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOK 18 - 7Using Brother TWAIN Scanner Driver with Your Apple® Macintosh®The Bro
18 - 8 USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOKAccessing the ScannerRun your PaperPort® software. You will see the P
USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOK 18 - 9Settings in the Scanner WindowImageResolutionChoose the scanning reso
18 - 10 USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOKBusiness Card SizeTo scan business cards, select the Business Card s
USING THE BROTHER MFC WITH A NEW POWER MACINTOSH® G3, G4 OR IMAC™ /IBOOK 18 - 11PreScanning an ImagePreScanning allows you to scan an image quickly
19 - 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION1919Important InformationStandard Telephone and FCC NoticesThese notices are in effect on models sold and used in the Un
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 19 - 2If you experience trouble with your FAX-2800 or MFC-4800, please contact a Brother Authorized Service Center for informa
xvi Global Settings ... 14-5Setting Up the Scanner Configurations ...
19 - 3 IMPORTANT INFORMATIONWARNINGUse of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 19 - 4Industry Canada Compliance StatementThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numériq
19 - 5 IMPORTANT INFORMATIONImportant Safety Instructions1Read all of these instructions.2Save them for later reference.3Follow all warnings and ins
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 19 - 613Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to Authorized Service Personnel under the following condi
19 - 7 IMPORTANT INFORMATIONTrademarksThe Brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.Brother is a registered trademark of Bro
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 12020Troubleshooting and Routine MaintenanceTroubleshootingError MessagesYou may occasionally encounter
20 - 2 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEERROR MESSAGE CAUSE ACTIONCOOLING DOWN WAIT FOR A WHILEThe temperature of the drum unit or toner cartr
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 3ERROR MESSAGE CAUSE ACTIONOUT OF MEMORY(When the MFC is used as a printer.)Machine memory capacity has
20 - 4 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEERROR MESSAGE CAUSE ACTIONPLS OPEN COVER A page, piece of paper or paper clip, etc. may be jammed insi
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 5Document JamThe original was not inserted or fed properly, or were too long. 1Lift the control panel.2
xviiScanning a Document into Your PC...15-5Settings in the Scanner Window...15-
20 - 6 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEPaper is Jammed in the Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder1Push down the paper lever to pull the jammed paper u
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 7If You Are Having Difficulty with Your FAX/MFCIf you think there is a problem with your FAX/MFC, make
20 - 8 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEDIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONSPhone Line or ConnectionsDialing does not work. Check for a dial tone. Change TO
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 9DIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONSHandling Incoming CallsDouble-ring in FAX/TEL mode.The FAX/MFC knows the incomin
20 - 10 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEDIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONSGeneral Printing DifficultiesThe FAX/MFC does not print.Check the following: •
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 11DIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONSWindows® Setup Printing DifficultiesI cannot print from my application software
20 - 12 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEDIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONSCopy Quality DifficultiesVertical streaks appear in copies.Sometimes you may se
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 13DIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONSPrint Quality Difficulties (CONTINUED)The whole page is printed black.Black Pag
20 - 14 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEPacking and Shipping the FAX/MFCWhenever you transport the FAX/MFC, use the packing materials that ca
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 157Wrap the FAX/MFC in the plastic bag and place it in the original carton with the original packing ma
If You Need to Call Customer ServicePlease complete the following information for future reference:Model Number: FAX-2800, MFC-4800(Circle your mod
xviii Main Features ... 17-1To Access the On-Line Documentation...
20 - 16 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCERoutine MaintenanceYou can keep your FAX/MFC in optimum condition by cleaning it on a regular basis.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 17Cleaning the PrinterCaution Do not use isopropyl alcohol to remove dirt from the control panel. It
20 - 18 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCECleaning the Drum UnitWe recommend you place the drum unit on a drop cloth or large piece of disposab
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 19Replacing the Toner CartridgeThe FAX/MFC can print approximately 2,200 pages with one toner cartridge
20 - 20 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE1Open the top cover. Make sure the top cover is completely open. To remove the drum unit, hold each
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 214Unpack the new toner cartridge. Place the used toner cartridge into the aluminum bag and discard it
20 - 22 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE6Slide the new toner cartridge into the opening on the right side of the drum unit. To ensure that th
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 23Replacing the Drum UnitThe FAX/MFC uses a drum unit to create the print images on paper. If the LCD s
20 - 24 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEFollow these steps to replace the drum unit:1Make sure you close the document tray and the extension.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 - 255Place the used drum unit into the aluminum bag and discard it according to local regulations.Caution
xix Trademarks... 19-7 20 Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance ...
20 - 26 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE6Reinstall the toner cartridge into the new drum unit. For more information, see Replacing the Toner
GLOSSARY G - 1GGlossaryADF (Automatic Document Feeder) Refers to the number of pages that can be placed in the document feeder and fed one at a tim
G - 2 GLOSSARYContrast A setting that compensates for dark or light originals, by lightening dark documents or darkening light documents.Cover Page
GLOSSARY G - 3LCD (liquid crystal display) The display screen on the FAX/MFC that shows interactive messages during On-Screen Programming. It defau
G - 4 GLOSSARYScanSoft™ PaperPort® LE for Brother A document management application that enables you to view scanned documents.Speed Dial A prepr
SPECIFICATIONS S - 1SSpecificationsProduct DescriptionFive performance modes are available for the 5 in1 model MFC-4800: Fax, Printer, Copier, Scann
S - 2 SPECIFICATIONS* “Pages” refers to the “Brother Standard Chart No. 1” with MMR cording and standard resolution. Specifications and printed mate
SPECIFICATIONS S - 3Computer Requirements (For MFC-4800 Only)Electrical and EnvironmentTemperature (Allowable) 50 - 90.5° F (10 - 32.5° C)(Storage)
S - 4 SPECIFICATIONSParallel InterfaceInterface Connector Printer Side: Amphenol FCN-685J036-L/X or equivalentA shielded cable should be used.USB (U
INDEX I - 1 Index access codes, for dialing, storing 7-6accessories and supplies iiADF (Automatic Document Feeder) 6-1Alternating Displays 3-1asse
I - 2 INDEX Delayed Batch Transmission 6-10Delayed Fax, sending 6-9dialingaccess codes 7-6automatic fax redial 6-3credit card numbers 7-6Groups 7-
INDEX I - 3 H Hearing aid compatible 4-5, 19-1HELP 1-3, 1-5 I iMac 18-1improving print quality 20-12, 20-16 J jackconverting telephone wall outlet
I - 4 INDEX R Real Time Transmission 6-3Receive Mode 5-1FAX ONLY 5-1FAX/TEL 5-1MANUAL 5-1TAD, external 2-9, 5-1Redial/Pause 1-3, 1-5, 6-3, 7-8redu
INDEX I - 5 W WarrantiesCanada viDisclaimer of Warranties iiiUSA ivWindows ® 12-1World Wide Web i
I - 6 INDEX
REMOTE RETRIEVAL ACCESS CARD R - 1 Remote Retrieval Access CardIf you plan to receive fax messages while away from your FAX/MFC, carrying the Remote
R - 2 REMOTE RETRIEVAL ACCESS CARDPress Menu/Set, 2, 5, 3.fax number where you want your fax messages forwarded,and then press . Program Fax
EQUIPMENT ATTACHMENT LIMITATIONS(For Canada Only)NOTICE: The industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that th
These machines are made for use in the USA and CANADA only. We cannot recommend using them overseas because it may violate the Telecommunications Re
INTRODUCTION 1 - 111IntroductionUsing This ManualThank you for purchasing a Brother fax machine or multi-function center (FAX/MFC). This FAX/MFC has
1 - 2 INTRODUCTIONTest Sheet Procedure and Product Registration (For USA Only)After programming your Station ID, please fill out the TEST SHEET incl
INTRODUCTION 1 - 3FAX-2800 Control Panel Overview1Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)The LCD displays messages to help you set up and operate your FAX.2Shi
1 - 4 INTRODUCTION0Fax Keys:Receive ModeUse to select how the FAX will handle incoming calls.Fax ResolutionSets the resolution when you send a fax.F
INTRODUCTION 1 - 5MFC-4800 Control Panel Overview1Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)The LCD displays messages to help you set up and operate your MFC.2Rep
1 - 6 INTRODUCTION8Dial PadUse to dial phone and fax numbers and as a keyboard for entering information into the MFC. (For Canada Only): The # key
INTRODUCTION 1 - 7About Fax MachinesIf you’re a first-time fax machine user, fax operation might seem a little mysterious. Soon, you’ll recognize th
i Brother Numbers Brother fax-back system (USA Only) Brother Customer Service has installed an easy-to-use fax-back system, so you can get instant an
1 - 8 INTRODUCTIONThe receiving fax responds with fax receiving tones—loud, chirping sounds. A receiving fax chirps for about 60 seconds over the ph
ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2 - 122Assembly and ConnectionsPacking ListMake sure you have the following items:NoteIf an item is missing, call Brother C
2 - 2 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONSChoosing a LocationPlace your FAX/MFC on a flat, stable surface, such as a desk. Select a place that is free of vibrat
ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2 - 3AssemblyInstalling the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner Cartridge)1Unpack the drum unit assembly, including the toner ca
2 - 4 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS2Open the top cover of the FAX/MFC.3Holding the drum unit by its handles, insert it into the FAX/MFC.4Close the top co
ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2 - 5Setting Up the FAX/MFCFollow the instructions below to connect the handset, power cord, and telephone line.1Connect th
2 - 6 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS4Attach the plastic document and paper supports to the multi-purpose sheet feeder.5Pull out the paper tray and the ext
ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2 - 7Loading Paper1Adjust the guides to the position for the paper size you are using.2Fan the paper well. Push down the pa
2 - 8 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONSPaper Capacity of Feeder Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder:Up to 0.87 inch (22 mm) in height (up to the mark) Approx. 200 she
ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2 - 9Connecting an External TelephoneYour FAX/MFC is equipped with a handset that you can use as a regular phone. However,
ii Ordering Accessories and Supplies For best quality results use only genuine Brother accessories, available at most Brother retailers. If you canno
2 - 10 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONSConnectionsThe external TAD must be plugged into the left side of the FAX/MFC, into the jack labeled EXT. Your FAX/M
ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2 - 11Outgoing Message (OGM) on External TADTiming is important in recording this message.1Record 5 seconds of silence at t
2 - 12 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONSConverting Telephone Wall OutletsThere are three ways to convert to an RJ11 jack. The first two ways may require assi
ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS 2 - 134Plug one end of the second telephone line cord for your TAD into the L2 jack of the two-line TAD. Plug the other end
2 - 14 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONSCustom Features on a Your Phone LineTo learn how custom features may affect your faxing operations, See Chapter 20, T
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 133On-Screen ProgrammingUser-Friendly ProgrammingWe have designed your FAX/MFC with on-screen programming using navigation
3 - 2 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMINGNavigation Keys You can access the menu mode by pressing Menu/Set. When you enter the Menu, the LCD scrolls:Press 1 for G
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 3To access the menu, press Menu/Set.Main Menu SubmenuMenu SelectionsOptions Descriptions Page1. GENERAL SETUP1. PAPER SI
3 - 4 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMINGTo access the menu, press Menu/Set.Main Menu SubmenuMenu SelectionsOptions Descriptions Page1. GENERAL SETUP(Continued)
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 5To access the menu, press Menu/Set.Main Menu SubmenuMenu SelectionsOptions Descriptions Page2. FAX(Continued)1. SETUP R
iii Notice – Disclaimer of Warranties(For USA and Canada) BROTHER’S LICENSOR(S), AND THEIR DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS (COLLECTIVELY BRO
3 - 6 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMINGTo access the menu, press Menu/Set.Main Menu SubmenuMenu SelectionsOptions Descriptions Page2. FAX(Continued)2. SETUP S
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 7To access the menu, press Menu/Set.Main Menu SubmenuMenu SelectionsOptions Descriptions Page2. FAX(Continued)5. REMOTE
4 - 1 INITIAL SETUP44Initial SetupGetting StartedSetting Paper SizeYou can use three sizes of paper for printing your faxes and copies — letter, leg
INITIAL SETUP 4 - 2Setting Station IDYou can store your name, fax number, and telephone number to be printed on all fax pages that you send. (See Co
4 - 3 INITIAL SETUPInserting SpacesTo enter a space, press once between numbers and twice between characters.Making CorrectionsIf you entered a le
INITIAL SETUP 4 - 4Setting the Ring Volume1Press Menu/Set, 1, 4, 1.2Press to select OFF, LOW, MED or HIGH, and then press Menu/Set.3Press Stop/Exit
4 - 5 INITIAL SETUPSetting the Handset Volume1Press Menu/Set, 1, 4, 4.2Press to select HIGH (or LOW), and then press Menu/Set.3Press Stop/Exit.—OR
INITIAL SETUP 4 - 6WARNINGIt is important that you do NOT choose PERMANENT unless ALL the users are hearing-impaired. Otherwise, the default setting
4 - 7 INITIAL SETUPTurning On Automatic Daylight Savings TimeYou can set the FAX/MFC to change automatically for Daylight Savings Time. It will rese
SETUP RECEIVE 5 - 155Setup ReceiveBasic Receiving OperationsChoosing the Receive ModeThere are four different receive modes for your FAX/MFC. You ma
iv BROTHER ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY and EXCHANGE SERVICE(For USA Only) This warranty gives you certain rights andyou may also have other rights that
5 - 2 SETUP RECEIVETo Select or Change Your Receive Mode1Press Receive Mode. The LCD shows your active setting. 2Continue to press Receive Mode unti
SETUP RECEIVE 5 - 3Setting F/T Ring Time (For FAX/TEL Mode Only)If you set the receive mode to FAX/TEL, you’ll need to determine how long the FAX/MF
5 - 4 SETUP RECEIVE1Press Menu/Set, 2, 1, 3.2Use to select ON, SEMI or OFF, and then press Menu/Set.3Press Stop/Exit.Printing a Reduced Incoming Fa
SETUP RECEIVE 5 - 5Advanced Receiving OperationsOperation from Extension TelephonesIf you answer a fax call on an extension phone or on an external
5 - 6 SETUP RECEIVEPrinting a Fax in MemoryIf you have Fax Storage ON for remote retrieval, you can still print a fax from the memory when you are a
SETUP RECEIVE 5 - 74Press Fax Start. The LCD shows DIALING.Your FAX/MFC will poll each number or group number in turn for a document. Canceling a Sc
6 - 1 SETUP SEND66Setup SendBefore You BeginBefore you begin sending faxes, please be sure to read all the instructions and cautions listed below fo
SETUP SEND 6 - 2 Make sure documents written in ink are completely dry. Before you send a fax, press Fax Resolution to select the resolution for t
6 - 3 SETUP SENDManual and Automatic Fax RedialIf you’re sending a fax manually and the line is busy, press Redial/Pause to try again. Anytime you
SETUP SEND 6 - 43To change the default setting, press to select ON (or OFF), and then press Menu/Set.Go to Step 5—OR—For the next fax transmission
v BROTHER ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY and EXCHANGE SERVICE(For USA Only) (iii) the proper packaging instructionsare not followed and has causeddamage t
6 - 5 SETUP SENDBasic Sending OperationsContrastIf your document is very light or very dark, you might want to set the contrast. Use S.LIGHT to send
SETUP SEND 6 - 6Composing Electronic Cover PageThe cover page is generated at the receiving party’s machine. Your cover page includes the name store
6 - 7 SETUP SENDCover Page For Next Fax OnlyMake sure the Station ID is set up (see page 4-2). This feature does not work without the Station ID.You
SETUP SEND 6 - 8Using a Printed Cover PageIf you prefer using a printed cover page that you can write on, you can print the sample page and attach i
6 - 9 SETUP SENDDelayed TimerYou can set up the time of day that delayed faxes will be sent. This time will be displayed for acceptance or you can o
SETUP SEND 6 - 10Delayed Batch Transmission Before sending the delayed faxes, your FAX/MFC will economize by sorting all the documents in memory by
7 - 1 AUTO DIAL NUMBERS AND DIALING OPTIONS77Auto Dial Numbers and Dialing OptionsStoring Numbers for Easy DialingYou can set up your FAX/MFC for ea
AUTO DIAL NUMBERS AND DIALING OPTIONS 7 - 2Storing Speed Dial NumbersYou can store Speed Dial numbers, so when you dial you will have to press only
7 - 3 AUTO DIAL NUMBERS AND DIALING OPTIONSSetting Up Groups for BroadcastingGroups allow you to send the same fax message to many fax numbers by pr
AUTO DIAL NUMBERS AND DIALING OPTIONS 7 - 4Dialing OptionsYou can use your FAX/MFC to make telephone calls by dialing manually or by using Search, O
vi BROTHER MULTIFUNCTION CENTER/FACSIMILE MACHINE LIMITED WARRANTY (For Canada Only) Pursuant to this limited warranty of 1 year from the date of pur
7 - 5 AUTO DIAL NUMBERS AND DIALING OPTIONSSpeed Dialing1Pick up the handset—OR— Press Hook.2When you hear a dial tone, press Search/Speed Dial, pre
AUTO DIAL NUMBERS AND DIALING OPTIONS 7 - 6Access Codes and Credit Card Numbers Sometimes you may want to choose from among several long distance ca
7 - 7 AUTO DIAL NUMBERS AND DIALING OPTIONSBroadcastingBroadcasting is automatically sending the same fax message to multiple fax numbers. Using the
AUTO DIAL NUMBERS AND DIALING OPTIONS 7 - 8PausePress Redial/Pause to insert a 3.5 second pause between numbers. If you are dialing overseas, you ca
8 - 1 TELEPHONE SERVICES88Telephone ServicesCustom FeaturesYour FAX/MFC supports the Distinctive Ring and Caller ID telephone services offered by so
TELEPHONE SERVICES 8 - 2Do You Have Voice Mail?If you have Voice Mail on the phone line on which you will install your new FAX/MFC, there is a stron
8 - 3 TELEPHONE SERVICESVERY IMPORTANTIf you have Voice Mail or a TAD (Telephone Answering Device) and want to keep one of your phone numbers dedica
TELEPHONE SERVICES 8 - 4Viewing Caller ID ListCaller ID memory stores information for up to thirty calls; when the thirty-first call comes in, infor
8 - 5 TELEPHONE SERVICESCallManage (For USA Only)This Brother FAX/MFC contains a One-Touch (FAX-2800) or a Speed Dial feature that allows for low-co
TELEPHONE SERVICES 8 - 6Sending a Fax Using CallManage (For Domestic and International Long Distance Calls Only!)1Place the original face down in th
vii Quick Reference Guide Sending Faxes Automatic Transmission 1 Place the original face down in the ADF. 2 Enter the fax number using One Touch
9 - 1 REMOTE FAX OPTIONS99Remote Fax OptionsFax Forwarding/PagingProgramming a Fax Forwarding NumberWhen Fax Forwarding is set to ON, your FAX/MFC s
REMOTE FAX OPTIONS 9 - 24If your pager requires a PIN, enter the PIN, press #, press Redial/Pause, enter your FAX/MFC telephone number followed by #
9 - 3 REMOTE FAX OPTIONSChanging Remote Retrieval Access CodeEnter your Remote Access Code when the FAX/MFC picks up your call, so you can access fe
REMOTE FAX OPTIONS 9 - 4Remote CommandsFollow the commands below to access features remotely. When you call the FAX/MFC and enter your Remote Retrie
9 - 5 REMOTE FAX OPTIONSRetrieving Fax Messages1Dial your fax number.2When you hear the beep, immediately enter your Remote Retrieval Access Code (1
PRINTING REPORTS 10 - 11010Printing ReportsFAX/MFC Settings and ActivityTwo reports require initial setup in the Menu table: Transmission Verificati
10 - 2 PRINTING REPORTSSetting the Fax Activity Report IntervalYou can set the machine to print activity reports at specific intervals (6, 12, 24 ho
PRINTING REPORTS 10 - 3To Print a Report1Press Reports.2Press to select the report you want, and then press Menu/Set.—OR—Enter the number of the
11 - 1 MAKING COPIES1111Making CopiesUsing the FAX/MFC as a CopierYou can use the FAX/MFC as a copy machine, making up to 99 copies at a time. The
MAKING COPIES 11 - 2Out of Memory MessageIf the memory becomes full while you are making copies, the LCD shows a message:If the OUT OF MEMORY messag
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