Brother DCP-7040, DCP-7030 User Manual

USER’S GUIDE

DCP-7030 DCP-7040

Not all models are available in all countries.

Version 0

USA/CAN

If you need to call Customer Service

Please complete the following information for future reference:

Model Number: DCP-7030 and DCP-7040 (Circle your model number)

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:

Place of Purchase:

The serial number is on the back of the unit. Retain this User’s Guide with your sales receipt as a permanent record of your purchase, in the event of theft, fire or warranty service.

http://www.brother.com/registration/

By registering your product with Brother, you will be recorded as the original owner of the product. Your registration with Brother:

 may serve as confirmation of the purchase date of your product

should you lose your receipt;

 may support an insurance claim by you in the event of product loss

covered by insurance; and,

 will help us notify you of enhancements to your product and special

offers.

The most convenient and efficient way to register your new product is online at http://www.brother.com/registration/

Brother numbers

IMPORTANT

Note

For technical help, you must call the country where you bought the machine. Calls must be made from within that country.

Register your product

By registering your product with Brother International Corporation, you will be recorded as the original owner of the product. Your registration with Brother:

 may serve as confirmation of the purchase date of your product should you lose your receipt;

 may support an insurance claim by you in the event of product loss covered by insurance; and,

 will help us notify you of enhancements to your product and special offers.

Please complete and fax the Brother Warranty Registration And Test Sheet or, for your convenience and most efficient way to register your new product, register on-line at

http://www.brother.com/registration/

FAQs (frequently asked questions)

The Brother Solutions Center is our one-stop resource for all your Digital copier Center needs. You can download the latest software and utilities and read FAQs and troubleshooting tips to learn how to get the most from your Brother product.

http://solutions.brother.com/

You can check here for Brother driver updates. To keep your machine performance up to date, check here for the latest firmware upgrade (for

Windows

only).

For Customer Service

In USA: 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437)

1-901-379-1215 (fax)

In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER

(514) 685-4898 (fax)

Service Center Locator (USA only)

For the location of a Brother authorized service center, call 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437).

Service Center Locations (Canada only)

For the location of a Brother authorized service center, call 1-877-BROTHER.

Ordering accessories and supplies

Note

For best quality results use only genuine Brother accessories, which are available at most Brother retailers. If you cannot find the accessory you need and you have a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card, you can order accessories directly from Brother. (You can visit us online for a complete selection of the Brother accessories and supplies that are available for purchase.)

In Canada only Visa and MasterCard are accepted.

In USA: 1-877-552-MALL (1-877-552-6255)

1-800-947-1445 (fax)

http://www.brothermall.com/

In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER

http://www.brother.ca/

Description Item

Toner Cartridge Standard

Toner Cartridge High Yield

Drum Unit

TN-330 (Approx. 1,500 pages)

TN-360 (Approx. 2,600 pages)

DR-360 (Approx. 12,000 pages)

User’s Guide LS0389001 (English for USA and Canada)

LS0389002 (French for Canada)

Quick Setup Guide (MFC-7440N) LS0398001 (English for USA and Canada)

(MFC-7840W) LS1179001 (English for USA and Canada)

(MFC-7440N) LS0398002 (French for Canada)

(MFC-7840W) LS1179002 (French for Canada)

Approx. cartridge yield is declared in accordance with ISO/IEC 19752.

Drum yield is approximate, and may vary by type of use.

Notice - Disclaimer of Warranties

(USA and Canada)

BROTHER’S LICENSOR(S), AND THEIR DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS (COLLECTIVELY BROTHER’S LICENSOR) MAKE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, REGARDING THE SOFTWARE. BROTHER’S LICENSOR(S) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE USE OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITS CORRECTNESS, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, CURRENTNESS OR OTHERWISE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE RESULTS AND PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE IS ASSUMED BY YOU. THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IS NOT PERMITTED BY SOME STATES IN THE USA AND SOME PROVINCES IN CANADA. THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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. BECAUSE SOME STATES IN THE USA AND SOME PROVINCES IN CANADA DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN ANY EVENT BROTHER’S LICENSOR’S LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ACTUAL DAMAGES FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, AND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE ACTION (WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), PRODUCT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE), WILL BE LIMITED TO $50.

Compilation and Publication Notice

Under the supervision of Brother Industries Ltd., this manual has been compiled and published, covering the latest product descriptions and specifications.

The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.

Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors relating to the publication.

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Brother® One-Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service

(USA Only)

Who is covered:

 This limited warranty (“warranty”) is given

only to the original end-use/retail purchaser (referred to in this warranty as “Original Purchaser”) of the accompanying product, consumables and accessories (collectively referred to in this warranty as “this Product”).

 If you purchased a product from someone

other than an authorized Brother reseller in the United States or if the product was used (including but not limited to floor models or refurbished product), prior to your purchase you are not the Original Purchaser and the product that you purchased is not covered by this warranty.

What is covered:

 This Product includes a Machine and

Consumable and Accessory Items. Consumable and Accessory Items include but are not limited to print heads, toner, drums, ink cartridges, print cartridges, cordless handset battery, refill ribbons, therma PLUS paper and thermal paper.

 Except as otherwise provided herein,

Brother warrants that the Machine and the accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, when used under normal conditions.

 This warranty applies only to products

purchased and used in the United States. For products purchased in, but used outside, the United States, this warranty covers only warranty service within the United States (and does not include shipping outside the United States).

What is the length of the Warranty Periods:

 Machines: one year from the original

purchase date.

 Accompanying Consumable and

Accessory Items: 90 days from the original purchase date or the rated life of consumable, whichever comes first.

What is NOT covered:

This warranty does not cover: 1 Physical damage to this Product; 2 Damage caused by improper installation,

improper or abnormal use, misuse, neglect or accident (including but not limited to transporting this Product without the proper preparation and/or packaging);

3 Damage caused by another device or

software used with this Product (including but not limited to damage resulting from

use of non Brother Consumable and Accessory Items);

-brand parts and

4 Consumable and Accessory Items that

expired in accordance with a rated life;

5 Problems arising from other than defects in

materials or workmanship; and,

6 Normal Periodic Maintenance Items, such

as Paper Feeding Kit, Fuser and Laser

Units. This limited warranty is VOID if this Product has been altered or modified in any way (including but not limited to attempted warranty repair without authorization from Brother and/or alteration/removal of the serial number).

What to do if you think your Product is eligible for warranty service:

Report your issue to either our Customer Service Hotline at 1-877-BROTHER (1-877276-8437) or to a Brother Authorized Service Center within the applicable warranty period. Supply Brother or the Brother Authorized Service Center with a copy of your dated bill of sale showing that this Product was purchased within the U.S. For the name of local Brother Authorized Service Center(s), call 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) or visit www.brother-usa.com.

What Brother will ask you to do:

After contacting Brother or a Brother Authorized Service Center, you may be required to deliver (by hand if you prefer) or send the Product properly packaged, freight prepaid, to the Authorized Service Center together with a photocopy of your bill of sale.

You are responsible for the cost of shipping, packing product, and insurance (if you desire). You are also responsible for loss or damage to this Product in shipping. What Brother will do:

If the problem reported concerning your Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items is covered by this warranty and to Brother or an Authorized Service Center within the applicable warranty period, Brother or its Authorized Service Center will repair or replace the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items at no charge to you for parts or labor. The decision as to whether to repair or replace the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items is made by Brother in its sole discretion. Brother reserves the right to supply a refurbished or remanufactured replacement Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items and use refurbished parts provided such replacement products conform to the manufacturer's specifications for new product/parts.

if you first reported the problem

Brother® One-Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service

(USA Only)

The repaired or replacement Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items will be returned to you freight prepaid or made available for you to pick up at a conveniently located Authorized Service Center. If the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items are not covered by this warranty (either stage), you will be charged for shipping the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items back to you and charged for any service and/or replacement parts/products at Brother's then current published rates.

The foregoing are your sole (i.e., only) and exclusive remedies under this warranty. What happens when Brother elects to replace your Machine:

When a replacement Machine is authorized by Brother, and you have delivered the Machine to an Authorized Service Center, the Authorized Service Center will provide you with a replacement Machine after receiving one from Brother. If you are dealing directly with Brother, Brother will send to you a replacement Machine with the understanding that you will, after receipt of the replacement Machine, supply the required proof of purchase information, together with the Machine that Brother agreed to replace. You are then expected to pack the Machine that Brother agreed to replace in the package from the replacement Machine and return it to Brother using the pre-paid freight bill supplied by Brother in accordance with the instructions provided by Brother. Since you will be in possession of two machines, Brother will require that you provide a valid major credit card number. Brother will issue a hold against the credit card account number that you provide until Brother receives your original Product and determines that your original Product is entitled to warranty coverage. Your credit card will be charged up to the cost of a new Product only if: (i) you do not return your original Product to Brother within five (5) business days; (ii) the problems with your original Product are not covered by the limited warranty; (iii) the proper packaging instructions are not followed and has caused damage to the product; or (iv) the warranty period on your original Product has expired or has not been sufficiently validated with a copy of the proof of purchase (bill of sale). The

replacement Machine you receive (even if refurbished or remanufactured) will be covered by the balance of the limited warranty period remaining on the original Product, plus an additional thirty (30) days. You will keep the replacement Machine that is sent to you and your original Machine shall become the property of Brother. Retain your original

Accessory Items and a copy of the return freight bill, signed by the courier. Limitations:

Brother is not responsible for damage to or loss of any equipment, media, programs or data related to the use of this Product. Except for the repair or replacement as described above, Brother shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages or specific relief. Because some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, the above limitation may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR ORAL, WHETHER EXPRESSED BY AFFIRMATION, PROMISE, DESCRIPTION, DRAWING, MODEL OR SAMPLE. ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THIS ONE, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED.

 This Limited Warranty is the only warranty

that Brother is giving for this Product. It is

the final expression and the exclusive and only statement of Brother's obligations to

you. It replaces all other agreements and understandings that you may have with Brother or its representatives.

 This warranty gives you certain rights and

you may also have other rights that may vary from state to state.

 This Limited Warranty (and Brother's

obligation to you) may not be changed in any way unless you and Brother sign the same piece of paper in which we (1) refer to this Product and your bill of sale date, (2) describe the change to this warranty and (3) agree to make that change.

Important: We recommend that you keep all original packing materials, in the event that you ship this Product.

BROTHER MULTIFUNCTION CENTER /FAX MACHINE

LIMITED WARRANTY

(Canada only)

Pursuant to the limited warranty of 1 year from the date of purchase for labour and parts, Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. (“Brother”), or its Authorized Service Centres, will repair or replace (at Brother’s sole discretion) this MFC/Fax machine free of charge if defective in material or workmanship. This warranty applies only to products purchased and used in Canada. This limited Warranty does not include cleaning, consumables (including, without limitation, ink cartridges, print cartridges, print rolls, thermal paper rolls, toner cartridges, drum units, OPC belts, fixing units, print heads, paper feed rollers, transfer rolls, cleaning rollers, waste toner packs, oil bottles) or damage caused by accident, neglect, misuse or improper installation or operation, any damage caused from service, maintenance, modifications, or tampering by anyone other than a Brother Authorized Service Representative, or if shipped out of the country. The use of supplies or consumable items that are non-Brother products may void your warranty. This limited warranty ceases when this machine is rented, sold, or otherwise disposed of. Operation of the MFC/Fax machine in excess of the specifications or with the Serial Number or Rating Label removed shall be deemed abuse and all repairs thereafter shall be the sole liability of the end-user/purchaser. In order to obtain warranty service, the MFC/Fax machine must be delivered or shipped

freight prepaid by the end-user/purchaser to a “Brother” Authorized Service Centre, together with your Canadian Proof of Purchase in the form of a Sales Receipt. When shipping or transporting your MFC/Fax machine, please refer to your Operation

Manual for the proper packaging procedures. For Laser units: Failure to remove the Toner Cartridge (and Toner Drum Unit, waste toner packs or oil bottles on applicable models) during shipping or transport will cause severe damage to the Laser MFC/Fax machine and will void the Warranty. For inkjet units: (When shipping your Inkjet MFC/Fax machine remove the ink cartridges and replace them with the original protective parts. If original protective parts are not available, leave ink cartridges installed. Please avoid shipping the unit without original protective parts or ink cartridges.) Damage to your print head resulting from packing the Inkjet MFC/Fax machine without the ink cartridges or the protective parts will void your warranty. Improper packaging may cause severe damage to the machine during shipping and will void the warranty. BROTHER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATIONS, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT THAT ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW CANNOT BE VALIDLY WAIVED. No oral or written information, advice or representation provided by Brother, its Authorized Service Centres, Distributors, Dealers, Agents or employees, shall create another warranty or modify this warranty. The warranty states Brother’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy against Brother for any failure of the MFC/Fax machine to operate properly. Neither Brother nor anyone else involved in the development, production, or delivery of this MFC/Fax machine shall be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages, including lost profits, arising from the use of or inability to use the product, even if advised by the end user/purchaser of the possibility of such damages. Since some Provinces do not allow the above limitation of liability, such limitation, may not apply to you.

This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from Province to Province. Warranty Service is available at Brother Authorized Service Centres throughout Canada. For Technical Assistance or for the name and location of your nearest Authorized Service Centre call 1-877-BROTHER.

Internet support: support@brother.ca or browse Brother’s Web Site www.brother.ca.

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Section I General

1 General information 2

Using the documentation .......................................................................................2

Symbols and conventions used in the documentation ....................................2

Accessing the Software User’s Guide ................................................................... 3

Viewing documentation ................................................................................... 3

Accessing Brother support (for Windows

Control panel overview ..........................................................................................6

2 Loading paper and documents 7

Loading paper and print media ..............................................................................7

Loading paper in the paper tray.......................................................................7

Loading paper in the manual feed slot ............................................................8

Unprintable area ............................................................................................11

Acceptable paper and other print media..............................................................12

Recommended paper and print media ..........................................................12

Type and size of paper ..................................................................................12

Handling and using special paper .................................................................14

Loading documents .............................................................................................17

Using the automatic document feeder (ADF) (DCP-7040 only) ....................17

Using the scanner glass ................................................................................18

) ........................................................... 5

3 General setup 19

Paper settings......................................................................................................19

Paper type ..................................................................................................... 19

Paper size......................................................................................................19

Volume settings ...................................................................................................19

Beeper volume ..............................................................................................19

Ecology features ..................................................................................................20

Toner save.....................................................................................................20

Sleep time......................................................................................................20

LCD contrast........................................................................................................21

User Settings List.................................................................................................21

Section II Copy

4 Making copies 24

How to copy ......................................................................................................... 24

Entering copy mode....................................................................................... 24

Making a single copy .....................................................................................24

Making multiple copies ..................................................................................24

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Stop copying.................................................................................................. 24

Copy options (temporary settings)....................................................................... 25

Enlarging or reducing the image copied ........................................................25

Adjusting contrast ..........................................................................................26

Using the Options key ...................................................................................27

Improving copy quality...................................................................................27

Sorting copies using the ADF (DCP-7040 only) ............................................ 28

Making N in 1 copies (page layout) ...............................................................28

Out of memory message ..................................................................................... 29

Section III Software

5 Software features 32

How to read HTML User’s Guide......................................................................... 32

For Windows For Macintosh

............................................................................................... 32

.............................................................................................. 33

Section IV Appendixes

A Safety and legal 36

Choosing a location ............................................................................................. 36

To use the machine safely................................................................................... 37

Important information........................................................................................... 40

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity

(USA only) ................................................................................................. 40

Industry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada only) ..............................41

Disconnect device .........................................................................................41

International ENERGY STAR

Laser safety ................................................................................................... 41

FDA regulations............................................................................................. 42

Important safety instructions.......................................................................... 42

Trademarks.......................................................................................................... 45

B Troubleshooting and routine maintenance 46

Compliance Statement ................................ 41

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................... 46

If you are having difficulty with your machine ................................................ 46

Improving the print quality ............................................................................. 49

Error and maintenance messages....................................................................... 55

Document jams (DCP-7040 only)..................................................................57

Paper jams ....................................................................................................58

Routine maintenance...........................................................................................62

Cleaning the outside of the machine .............................................................62

Cleaning the scanner glass ........................................................................... 63

Cleaning the laser scanner window............................................................... 64

Cleaning the corona wire...............................................................................66

Cleaning the drum unit .................................................................................. 68

Replacing the consumable items......................................................................... 70

Replacing a toner cartridge ........................................................................... 70

Replacing the drum unit.................................................................................74

Machine information ............................................................................................77

Checking the serial number...........................................................................77

Checking the page counters..........................................................................77

Checking the Drum life ..................................................................................77

Packing and shipping the machine ...................................................................... 78

C Menu and features 79

On-screen programming......................................................................................79

Menu table.....................................................................................................79

Memory storage.............................................................................................79

Menu keys ...........................................................................................................79

How to access the menu mode ..................................................................... 80

Menu table ........................................................................................................... 81

D Specifications 83

General ................................................................................................................ 83

Print media...........................................................................................................85

Copy .................................................................................................................... 86

Scan.....................................................................................................................87

Print ..................................................................................................................... 88

Interfaces ............................................................................................................. 88

Computer requirements .......................................................................................89

Consumable items ...............................................................................................90

E Glossary 91

F Index 92

Section I

General I

General information 2 Loading paper and documents 7 General setup 19

Note

General information 1

Using the documentation 1

Thank you for buying a Brother machine! Reading the documentation will help you make the most of your machine.

Symbols and conventions used in the documentation 1

The following symbols and conventions are used throughout the documentation.

Bold Bold style identifies keys on the

machine control panel or computer screen.

Italics Italicized style emphasizes an

important point or refers you to a related topic.

Courier New

Courier New font identifies the messages shown on the LCD of the machine.

Illustrations in this User’s Guide are based on the DCP-7040.

Warnings tell you what to do to prevent possible personal injury.

Cautions specify procedures you must follow or avoid to prevent possible damage to the machine or other objects.

Electrical Hazard icons alert you to a possible electrical shock.

Hot Surface icons warn you not to touch machine parts that are hot.

Incorrect setup icons alert you to devices and operations that are not compatible with the machine.

Note icons give useful tips.

General information

Accessing the Software User’s Guide 1

This User’s Guide does not contain all the information about the machine such as how to use the advanced features of Printer and Scanner. When you are ready to learn detailed information about these operations, read the Software User’s Guide.

Viewing documentation 1

Viewing documentation (Windows®) 1

To view the documentation, from the Start menu, point to Brother, DCP-XXXX (where XXXX is your model name) from the program group, and then click User’s Guides in HTML format.

If you have not installed the software, you can find the documentation by following the instructions below:

a Turn on your PC.

Insert the Brother CD-ROM labeled

Windows

into your CD-ROM drive.

If this window does not appear, use

Windows start.exe program from the root directory of the Brother CD-ROM.

Explorer to find and run the

d Click Documentation. e Click the documentation you want to

read:

 HTML document (1 manual):

Software User’s Guide in HTML format.

This format is recommended for viewing on your computer.

 PDF documents (3 manuals):

User’s Guide for stand-alone operations, Software User’s Guide and Quick Setup Guide.

This format is recommended for printing the manuals. Click to go to the Brother Solutions Center, where you can view or download the PDF documents. (Internet access and PDF Reader software are required.)

b If the language selection screen

appears, click your language.

c If the model name screen appears, click

your model name.The CD-ROM main menu will appear.

Chapter 1

Note

How to find scanning instructions 1

There are several ways you can scan documents. You can find the instructions as follows:

Software User's Guide: 1

 Scanning a document using the TWAIN

driver in Chapter 2

 Scanning a document using the WIA

driver (For Windows only) in Chapter 2

 Using ControlCenter3 in Chapter 3

XP/Windows Vista®

ScanSoft™ PaperPort™ 11SE with OCR How-to-Guides

 The complete ScanSoft™ PaperPort™

11SE with OCR How-to-Guides can be viewed from the Help selection in the ScanSoft™ PaperPort™ 11SE application.

Viewing documentation (Macintosh®) 1

a Turn on your Macintosh

Insert the Brother CD-ROM labeled Macintosh

b The following window will appear.

into your CD-ROM drive.

f Click the documentation you want to

read.

 Software User’s Guide

The documents are also available in PDF format (3 manuals):

User’s Guide for stand-alone operations, Software User’s Guide and Quick Setup Guide.

The PDF format is recommended for printing the manuals.

Double-click Brother Solutions Center

icon to go to the Brother Solutions Center, where you can view or download the PDF documents. (Internet access and PDF Reader software are required.)

How to find scanning instructions 1

There are several ways you can scan documents. You can find the instructions as follows:

Software User's Guide: 1

 Scanning in Chapter 9

 Using ControlCenter2 in Chapter 10

c Double-click the Documentation icon. d If the language selection screen

appears, double-click your language.

e Double-click the top page file to view the

Software User’s Guide in HTML format.

Presto!® PageManager® User's Guide:1

 The complete Presto!® PageManager®

User’s Guide can be viewed from the Help

selection in the Presto! application.

PageManager®

General information

Accessing Brother support (for Windows®) 1

You can find all the contacts you will need, such as Web support (Brother Solutions Center), Customer Service and Brother Authorized Service Centers on page i and on the Brother CD-ROM.

 Click Brother Support on the main menu.

The following screen will appear:

 To visit our web site for original/genuine

Brother supplies (http://www.brother.com/original Supplies Information.

To return to the main page, click Back.

Or, if you have finished, click Exit.

/), click

 To access our web site

(http://www.brother.com Brother Home Page.

 To view all Brother Numbers, including

Customer Service numbers for the USA and Canada, click Support Information.

 To access the USA Brother online

shopping mall (http://www.brothermall.com/ additional product and service information, click Brother Mall.com.

 To access Canada’s Brother online

shopping mall (http://www.brother.ca/ additional product and service information, click Shop Online (Canada).

 For the latest news and product support

information (http://solutions.brother.com/ Brother Solutions Center.

/) click

) for

), click

Chapter 1

Control panel overview 1

DCP-7030 and DCP-7040 have the same keys.

1Print key

Job Cancel

Cancels a programmed print job and clears it from the machine’s memory.

To cancel multiple print jobs, hold down this key until the LCD shows Job Cancel (All).

2Scan key

Puts the machine in Scan mode. (For details about scanning, see the Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.)

3 Copy keys:

Options

You can choose and easily choose temporary settings for copying.

Enlarge/Reduce

Reduces or enlarges copies.

Contrast

You can increase or decrease the contrast of your copies.

Number of Copies

Use this key to make multiple copies.

4LCD

Displays messages to help you set up and use your machine.

5 Menu keys:

Clear/Back

Deletes entered data or lets you cancel the current setting.

+ or b -

Press to scroll through the menus and options.

Lets you store your settings in the machine.

Lets you access the Menu to program your settings in this machine.

6Start

Lets you start making copies or scanning.

7Stop/Exit

Stops an operation or exits from a menu.

Loading paper and documents 2

Loading paper and print media 2

The machine can feed paper from the standard paper tray or manual feed slot.

When you put paper into the paper tray, note the following:

 If your application software supports

paper size selection on the print menu, you can choose it through the software. If your application software does not support it, you can set the paper size in the printer driver or by using the control panel buttons.

 Before using paper that has holes in it,

such as organizer sheets, you must ‘fan’ the stack to avoid paper jams and misfeeds.

Loading paper in the paper tray 2

Printing on plain paper, recycled paper or transparencies from the paper tray

a Pull the paper tray completely out of the

machine.

b While pressing the green paper guide

release lever, slide the paper guides to fit the paper size. Make sure that the guides are firmly in the slots.

Chapter 2

Note

CAUTION

Note

For Legal size paper, press in the inside latches and pull out the back of the paper tray.

c Put paper in the tray, and make sure that

the paper is below the maximum paper mark (1). The side to be printed on must be face down.

e Unfold the support flap (1) to prevent

paper from sliding off the face-down output tray.

Loading paper in the manual feed slot 2

You can load envelopes and special print media one at a time into this slot. Use the manual feed slot to print or copy on labels, envelopes or thicker paper.

Make sure the paper guides touch the sides of the paper so it will feed properly. If you do not do this, it may cause damage to your machine.

d Put the paper tray firmly back in the

machine. Make sure that it is completely inserted into the machine.

Printing on plain paper, recycled paper or transparencies from the manual feed slot

The machine automatically turns on the Manual Feed mode when you put paper in the manual feed slot.

a Unfold the support flap (1) to prevent

paper from sliding off the face-down output tray, or remove each page as soon as it comes out of the machine.

Loading paper and documents

Note

b Open the manual feed slot cover.

c Using both hands, slide the manual feed

slot paper guides to the width of the paper that you are going to use.

Printing on thick paper, bond paper labels and envelopes

When the back output tray is pulled down, the machine has a straight paper path from the manual feed slot through to the back of the machine. Use this paper feed and output method when you want to print on thick paper, labels or envelopes.

• Remove each printed sheet or envelope immediately to prevent a paper jam.

• The machine automatically turns on the Manual Feed mode when you put paper in the manual feed solt.

a Open the back cover (back output tray).

d Using both hands, put one sheet of

paper in the manual feed slot until the front edge of the paper or transparency touches the paper feed roller. When you feel the machine pull in the paper, let go.

b Open the manual feed slot cover.

Chapter 2

Note

c Using both hands, slide the manual feed

slot paper guides to the width of the paper that you are going to use.

d Using both hands, put one sheet of

paper or one envelope in the manual feed slot until the front edge of the paper or envelope touches the paper feed roller. When you feel the machine pull in the paper, let go.

• Put the paper into the manual feed slot with the side to be printed face up.

• Make sure that the print media (paper, transparency and so on) is straight and in the proper position on the manual feed slot. If it is not, the paper or the transparency may not be fed properly, resulting in a skewed printout or a paper jam.

• Do not put more than one sheet of paper in the manual feed slot at any one time, as it may cause a jam.

• If you put any print media in the manual feed slot before the machine is in the Ready state, the print media may be ejected without being printed on.

• To easily remove a small printout from the output tray, lift up the scanner cover by using both hands as shown in the illustration.

• You can still use the machine while the scanner cover is up. To close the scanner cover, push it down with both hands.

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Note

Unprintable area 2

Unprintable area for copies 2

The printable area of your machine begins at approximately 0.12 in. (3 mm) from the top and bottom and 0.16 in. (4 mm) from both sides of the paper.

1 0.12 in. (3 mm)

2 0.16 in. (4 mm)

This unprintable area shown above is for a single copy or a 1 in 1 copy using Letter size paper. The unprintable area changes with the paper size.

Unprintable area when printing from a computer

When using the default driver the printable area is smaller than the paper size, as shown below.

Portrait

1 0.16 in. (4.23 mm)

2 0.25 in. (6.35 mm)

Landscape

1 0.16 in. (4.23 mm)

2 0.2 in. (5.08 mm)

The unprintable area shown above is for Letter size paper. The unprintable area changes with the paper size.

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Acceptable paper and other print media 2

Print quality may vary according to the type of paper you are using.

You can use the following types of print media: plain paper, bond paper, recycled paper, transparencies, labels or envelopes.

For best results, follow the instructions below:

 Use paper made for plain paper copying.

 Use paper that is 20 to 24 lb (75 to

90 g/m

 Use labels and transparencies which are

designed for use in laser machines.

 DO NOT put different types of paper in the

paper tray at the same time because it may cause paper jams or misfeeds.

 For proper printing, you must choose the

same paper size from your software application as the paper in the tray.

 Avoid touching the printed surface of the

paper immediately after printing.

 When you use transparencies remove

each sheet immediately to prevent smudging or paper jams.

 Use long grain paper with a neutral Ph

value, and a moisture content of approx. 5%.

Recommended paper and print media 2

To get the best print quality, we suggest using the following paper.

Paper Type Item

Plain Paper Xerox 4200DP 20 lb

Hammermill Laser Print (24 lb=90 g/m

Recycled Paper No specific brand

recommended

Transparency 3M CG3300

Labels Avery laser labels white

#5160

Envelope No specific brand

recommended

)

Type and size of paper 2

The machine loads paper from the installed standard paper tray or manual feed slot.

Standard paper tray 2

Since the standard paper tray is a universal type, you can use any of the paper sizes (one paper type and size at a time) listed in the table in Paper capacity of the paper trays on page 13. The standard paper tray can hold up to 250 sheets of Letter/A4, legal or

folio size paper (20 lb or 80 g/m be loaded up to the maximum paper mark on the sliding paper width guide.

). Paper can

Manual feed slot 2

The manual feed slot can hold a sheet with a size of 3 to 8.66 in. (76.2 to 220 mm) wide and 4.57 to 16 in. (116 to 406.4 mm) long. You can use the manual feed slot if you are using special paper, envelopes or labels.

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Paper capacity of the paper trays 2

Paper size Paper types No. of sheets

Paper Tray A4, Letter, Legal,

Executive, A5, A6, B5,

Plain paper and recycled paper

up to 250 [20 lb (80 g/m

)]

B6 and Folio 1.

Transparency up to 10

Manual Feed Slot Width: 3 - 8.66 in. (76.2

to 220 mm)

Length: 4.57 to 16 in. (116 to 406.4 mm)

Folio size is 8 in. × 13 in.

Plain paper, recycled paper, bond paper, envelopes, labels and transparencies

Recommended paper specifications 2

The following paper specifications are suitable for this machine.

Basis weight

20-24 lb (75-90 g/m

Thickness 80-110 µm

Roughness Higher than 20 sec.

Stiffness

90-150 cm

/100

Grain direction Long grain

Volume resistivity

Surface resistivity

Filler CaCO

-10e11 ohm

10e

-10e12 ohm-cm

10e

(Neutral)

Ash content Below 23 wt %

Brightness Higher than 80 %

Opacity Higher than 85 %

)

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CAUTION

Handling and using special paper 2

The machine is designed to work well with most types of xerographic and bond paper. However, some paper variables may have an effect on print quality or handling reliability. Always test samples of paper before purchasing to ensure desirable performance. Store paper in its original packaging and keep it sealed. Keep the paper flat and away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat.

Some important guidelines when selecting paper are:

 Do not use ink jet paper because it may

cause a paper jam or damage your machine.

 Preprinted paper must use ink that can

withstand the temperature of the machine’s fusing process (200 degrees centigrade).

 If you use bond paper, paper having a

rough surface or paper that is wrinkled or creased, the paper may exhibit degraded performance.

Types of paper to avoid 2

Some types of paper may not perform well or may cause damage to your machine.

DO NOT use paper:

• that is highly textured

• that is extremely smooth or shiny

• that is curled or warped

1 0.08 in. (2 mm)

• that is coated or has a chemical finish

• that is damaged, creased or folded

• that exceeds the recommended weight

specification in this guide

• with tabs and staples

• with letterheads using low temperature

dyes or thermography

• that is multipart or carbonless

• that is designed for inkjet printing

If you use any of the types of paper listed above, they may damage your machine. This damage is not covered under any Brother warranty or service agreement.

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CAUTION

Envelopes 2

Most envelopes will be suitable for your machine. However, some envelopes may have feed and print-quality problems because of the way they have been made. A suitable envelope should have edges with straight, well-creased folds and the leading edge should not be thicker than two sheets of paper. The envelope should lie flat and not be of baggy or flimsy construction. You should buy quality envelopes from a supplier who understands that you will be using the envelopes in a laser machine.

Envelopes can be fed from manual feed slot one at a time. We recommend that you print a test envelope to make sure the print results are what you want before you print or purchase a large quantity of envelopes.

Check the following:

 Envelopes should have a lengthwise

sealing flap.

 The sealing flaps should be folded crisply

and correctly (irregularly cut or folded envelopes may cause paper jams).

 Envelopes should consist of two layers of

paper in the area circled in figure below.

Types of envelopes to avoid 2

DO NOT use envelopes:

• that are damaged, curled, wrinkled or an unusual shape

• that are extremely shiny or textured

• with clasps, staples, snaps or tie strings

• with self-adhesive closures

• that are of a baggy construction

• that are not sharply creased

• that are embossed (have raised writing on them)

• that were previously printed by a laser machine

• that are pre-printed on the inside

• that cannot be arranged neatly when stacked

• that are made of paper that weighs more than the paper weight specifications for the machine

• with edges that are not straight or consistently square

• with windows, holes, cut-outs or perforations

1 Feeding direction

 Envelope joints that are sealed by the

manufacturer should be secure.

 We recommend that you do not print

within 0.6 in. (15 mm) of the edges of envelopes.

• with glue on surface as shown in figure below

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CAUTION

• with double flaps as shown in figure below

• with sealing flaps that have not been folded at purchase

• with sealing flaps as shown in figure below

• with each side folded as shown in figure below

Labels 2

The machine will print on most types of labels designed for use with a laser machine. Labels should have an adhesive that is acrylic-based since this material is more stable at the high temperatures in the fuser unit. Adhesives should not come in contact with any part of the machine, because the label stock may stick to the drum unit or rollers and cause jams and print quality problems. No adhesive should be exposed between the labels. Labels should be arranged so that they cover the entire length and width of the sheet. Using labels with spaces may result in labels peeling off and causing serious jams or print problems.

All labels used in this machine must be able to withstand a temperature of 392 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees centigrade) for a period of 0.1 seconds.

Label sheets should not exceed the paper weight specifications described in this User’s Guide. Labels exceeding this specification may not feed or print properly and may cause damage to your machine.

Labels can be fed from the manual feed slot only.

If you use any of the types of envelopes listed above, they may damage your machine. This damage is not covered under any Brother warranty or service agreement.

Occasionally you may experience paper feed problems caused by the thickness, size and flap shape of the envelopes you are using.

Types of labels to avoid 2

Do not use labels that are damaged, curled, wrinkled or an unusual shape.

Avoid feeding labels with the carrier sheet exposed because your machine will be damaged.

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CAUTION

Loading documents 2

Using the automatic document feeder (ADF) (DCP-7040 only) 2

The ADF can hold up to 35 pages and feeds each sheet individually. Use standard 20 lb

(80 g/m before putting them in the ADF.

Recommended environment 2

Temperature: 68° F to 86° F (20 to 30° C) Humidity: 50% - 70% Paper: Xerox 4200 (20 lb/Letter)

DO NOT leave thick documents on the scanner glass. If you do this, the ADF may jam.

DO NOT use paper that is curled, wrinkled, folded, ripped, stapled, paper-clipped, pasted or taped.

DO NOT use cardboard, newspaper or fabric.

To avoid damaging your machine while using the ADF, DO NOT pull on the document while it is feeding.

To scan non-standard documents see Using the scanner glass on page 18.

) paper and always fan the pages

 Make sure documents written with ink are

completely dry.

 Documents must be from 5.8 to 8.5 in.

(148 to 215.9 mm) wide and from 5.8 to 14 in. (148 to 355.6 mm) long, and of a

standard weight [20 lb (80 g/m

)].

a Unfold the ADF document output

support flap (1) and the ADF support flap (2).

b Fan the pages well. c Place your document, face up top edge

first, in the ADF until you feel it touch the feed roller.

d Adjust the paper guides(1) to fit the

width of your document.

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Note

CAUTION

Using the scanner glass 2

You can use the scanner glass to copy or scan pages of a book or one page at a time. Documents can be up to 8.5 in. wide and

11.7 in. long (215.9 mm wide and 297 mm long).

(DCP-7040 only) To use the scanner glass, the ADF must be empty.

a Lift the document cover. b Using the document guidelines on the

left, center the document face down on the scanner glass.

If the document is a book or is thick do not slam the cover or press on it.

c Close the document cover.

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Table of Contents

General information 1

Using the documentation 1

Symbols and conventions used in the documentation 1

Accessing the Software User’s Guide 1

Viewing documentation 1

Viewing documentation (Windows®) 1

How to find scanning instructions 1

Software User's Guide: 1

ScanSoft™ PaperPort™ 11SE with OCR How-to-Guides

Viewing documentation (Macintosh®) 1

How to find scanning instructions 1

Software User's Guide: 1

Presto!® PageManager® User's Guide:1

Accessing Brother support (for Windows®) 1

Control panel overview 1

Loading paper and documents 2

Loading paper and print media 2

Loading paper in the paper tray 2

Printing on plain paper, recycled paper or transparencies from the paper tray

Loading paper in the manual feed slot 2

Printing on plain paper, recycled paper or transparencies from the manual feed slot

Printing on thick paper, bond paper labels and envelopes

Unprintable area 2

Unprintable area for copies 2

Unprintable area when printing from a computer

Acceptable paper and other print media 2

Recommended paper and print media 2

Type and size of paper 2

Standard paper tray 2

Manual feed slot 2

Paper capacity of the paper trays 2

Recommended paper specifications 2

Handling and using special paper 2

Types of paper to avoid 2

Envelopes 2

Types of envelopes to avoid 2

Labels 2

Types of labels to avoid 2

Loading documents 2

Using the automatic document feeder (ADF) (DCP-7040 only) 2

Recommended environment 2

Using the scanner glass 2