Brother HL 4000CN User Manual

Brother Color Laser Printer

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Please read this manual thoroughly before using the printer. You can print or view this manual from the CD-ROM at any time. Please keep the CD-ROM in a convenient place for quick and easy reference at all times.

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Brother Laser Printer HL-4000CN Series User’s Guide

(For USA & CANADA Only)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: For technical and operational assistance, you must call the country where you purchased the printer. Calls must be made from within that country.

In USA: 1-800-276-7746

In Canada: 1-800-853-6660 514-685-6464 (In Montreal)

If you have comments or suggestions, please write us at:

In USA: Printer Customer Support Brother International Corporation 15 Musick Irvine, CA 92618

In Canada: Brother International Corporation (Canada), Ltd.

- Marketing Dept. 1, rue Hôtel de Ville Dollard-des-Ormeaux, PQ, Canada H9B 3H6

FAX-BACK SYSTEM

Brother Customer Service has installed an easy to use fax-back system so you can get instant answers to common technical questions and product information for all Brother products. This is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can use the system to send the information to any fax machine, not just the one from which you are calling.

Call and follow the voice prompts to receive faxed instructions on how to use the system and your index of fax-back subjects.

In USA: 1-800-521-2846

In Canada: 1-800-685-5381

1-514-685-5381 (In Montreal)

DEALERS/SERVICE CENTERS (USA Only)

For the name of an authorized dealer or service center, call 1-800-284-4357.

SERVICE CENTERS (Canada Only)

For service center addresses in Canada, call 1-800-853-6660

INTERNET ADDRESSES

Brother Global Web Site: http://www.brother.com For Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), Product Support and Technical Questions, and Driver Updates:

http://solutions.brother.com (USA Only) For Brother Accessories & Supplies: http://www.brothermall.com

Trademarks

Compilation and Publication

If for any reason you must ship your Printer, carefully package the Printer to avoid any damage during transit. It is recommended that you save and use the original packaging. The Printer should also be adequately insured with the carrier.

Brother is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.

Apple and LaserWriter are registered trademarks, and TrueType is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Centronics is a trademark of Genicom Corporation. Hewlett-Packard, HP, PCL 5e, PCL 6 and PCL are registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company. PostScript is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. This printer contains UFST and Micro Type from Agfa Division. PANTONE Colors generated by the HL-4000CN are four- and /or three-color process simulations and may not match PANTONE-identified solid color standards. Use current PANTONE Color Reference Manuals for accurate color. PANTONE Color simulations are only obtainable on this product when driven by qualified Pantone-licensed software packages. Contact Pantone Inc. for a current list of qualified licensees. Trademarks noted herein are the property of Brother Industries, Ltd. PANTONE

and other Pantone, Inc.

trademarks are the property of Pantone, Inc. ©Pantone, Inc., 1988

NERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

All other brand and product names mentioned in this user’s guide are registered trademarks or trademarks of respective companies.

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.

Shipment of the Printer

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Electronic Emission Notices

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For U.S.A. Only)

Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911, USA TEL: (908) 704-1700

declares, that the products

Product Name: Brother Laser Printer HL-4000CN Model Number: HL-4000CN Product Options: ALL

complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Adjust relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

- Connect the equipment to a socket on a circuit different from that which the receiver is already connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Important

A shielded interface cable should be used in order to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Industry Canada Compliance Statement (For Canada Only)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

““““EC””””

Manufacturer Brother Industries Ltd., 15-1, Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561, Japan

Herewith declare that:

Products description : Laser Printer Product Name : HL-4000CN

is in conformity with provisions of the Directives applied : Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC (as amended by 93/68/EEC) and the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC ( as amended by 91/263/EEC and 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC).

Standards applied :

Harmonized : Safety : EN60950:1992 + A1:1993 + A2:1993 + A3:1995 + A4:1997 + A11:1997

EMC : EN55022:1998 Class B EN55024:1998 EN61000-3-2:1995 + A1:1998 + A2:1998 EN61000-3-3:1995

Year in which CE marking was First affixed : 2001

Issued by : Brother Industries, Ltd.

Date : 19 November, 2001

Place : Nagoya, Japan

Signature :

Declaration of Conformity

Kazuhiro Dejima

Manager Quality Audit Group Quality Management Dept. Information & Document Company

International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement

NERGY STAR

E The purpose of the International E popularization of energy-efficient office equipments. As an E the E

NERGY STAR

is a U.S. registered mark.

NERGY STAR

guidelines for energy efficiency.

NERGY STAR

Partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. has determined that this product meets

Program is to promote the development and

Laser Notices

Laser Safety (120 V Model Only)

This printer is certified as a Class I laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation.

Since radiation emitted inside the printer is completely confined within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation. However, the machine contains 5-milliwat, 700-800 nanometer wavelength, GaAIAs laser diodes. Direct (or indirect reflected) eye contact with the laser beam might cause serious eye damage. Safety precautions and interlock mechanisms have been designed to prevent any possible laser beam exposure to the operator.

FDA Regulations (120 V Model Only)

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has implemented regulations for laser products manufactured on and after August 2, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. The label shown on the back of the printer indicates compliance with the FDA regulations and must be attached to laser products marketed in the United States.

MANUFACTURED: BROTHER INDUSTRIES, LTD. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya, 467-8561 Japan This product complies with FDA radiation performance standards, 21 CFR Subcha

Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those

ter J.

specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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IEC 60825 Specification (220 - 240 V Model Only)

This printer is a Class 1 laser product as defined in IEC 60825 specifications. The label shown below is attached in countries where required.

CLASS 1LASER PRODUCT APPAREIL Å LASER DE CLASSE 1 LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT

This printer has a Class 3B Laser Diode that emits invisible laser radiation in the Scanner Unit. The Scanner Unit should not be opened under any circumstances.

Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation

exposure.

For Finland and Sweden LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

Varoitus! Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saattaa altistaa käyttäjän turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle.

Varning – Om apparaten används på

annat

sätt än i denna Bruksanvisning specificerats,

kan användaren utsättas för osynlig laserstrålning, som överskrider gränsen för laserklass 1.

Internal laser radiation

Max. Radiation Power 10 mW Wave Length 770 nm-808 nm Laser Class Class IIIb (Accordance with 21 CFR Part 1040.10) Class 3B (Accordance with IEC60825)

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Safety Information

IMPORTANT - For Your Safety

To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug supplied must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power point socket which is properly earthed earthed through the normal household wiring.

Extension cords should not be used with the equipment. If it is essential that an extension cord has to be used, it must be a three-pin plug type and correctly wired to provided proper earthing. Incorrectly wired extension cords may cause personal injury and equipment damage.

The fact that the equipment operates satisfactorily does not imply that the power is earthed and that the installation is completely safe. For your safety, if in any doubt about the effective earthing of the power, consult a qualified electrician.

Caution

Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual might result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Disconnect device

This printer must be installed near a power socket that is easily accessible. In case of emergencies, you must disconnect the power cord from the power socket to shut off the power completely.

Caution for batteries

Do not replace the battery. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Do not disassemble, recharge or dispose of in a fire. Used batteries should be disposed of according to local regulations.

Opmerking / Oplaadbare Batterij Recycle Informatie (For Netherlands Only)

Bij dit product zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als Klein Chemisch Afval.

Geräuschemission / Acoustic Noise Emission (For Germany Only)

Lpa < 70 dB (A) DIN 45635-19-01-KL2

IT power system (For Norway Only)

This product is also designed for IT power system with Phase to phase voltage 230V.

LAN Connection

Caution: Connect this production to a LAN connection which is not subjected to overvoltages.

Wiring Information (For U.K. only)

Important

If the mains plug supplied with this printer is not suitable for your socket outlet, remove the plug from the mains cord and fit an appropriate three pin plug. If the replacement plug is intended to take a fuse then fit the same rating fuse as the original.

If a moulded plug is severed from the mains cord then it should be destroyed because a plug with cut wires is dangerous if engaged in a live socket outlet. Do not leave it where a child might find it!

In the event of replacing the plug fuse, fit a fuse approved by ASTA to BS1362 with the same rating as the original fuse.

Always replace the fuse cover. Never use a plug with the cover removed.

WARNING - THIS PRINTER MUST BE PROPERLY EARTHED.

The wires in the mains cord are colored in accordance with the following code:

Green and yellow: Earth Blue: Neutral Brown: Live

The colors of the wires in the main lead of this printer may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug.

If you need to fit a different plug, proceed as follows.

Remove a length of the cord outer sheath, taking care not to damage the colored insulation of the wires inside.

Cut each of the three wires to the appropriate length. If the construction of the plug permits, leave the green and yellow wire longer than the others so that, in the event that the cord is pulled out of the plug, the green and yellow wire will be the last to disconnect.

Remove a short section of the colored insulation to expose the wires.

The wire which is colored green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter “E” or by the safety earth symbol and yellow.

The wire which is colored blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter “N” or colored black or blue.

The wire which is colored brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter “L” or colored red or brown.

The outer sheath of the cord must be secured inside the plug. The colored wires should not hang out of the plug.

or colored green or green

IInnttrroodduuccttiioonn

Thank you for purchasing the HL-4000CN. This guide contains important information about the printer operation and precautions to be followed. To help you use it efficiently, please read this guide before using your new printer. Furthermore, after you read the guide, store it in a safe place. It will be useful in case you forget how to perform operations or if a problem occurs with the printer.

This guide is written for users who are familiar with the personal computers, operating systems, and software compatible with this printer. For operational procedures and information regarding these items, refer to the documentation provided with the various hardware and software that you are using.

Brother Industries Ltd.

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REGULATIONS...............................................................................................................................iv

Introduction.......................................................................................................................................xi

Table of Contents............................................................................................................................ xii

How to Use This Guide................................................................................................................. xvii

Conventions...........................................................................................................................................................xvii

 Glossary ...............................................................................................................................................xvii

 Symbol ................................................................................................................................................xviii

Safety Precautions ..........................................................................................................................xix

CHAPTER 1 PRINTER SYSTEM SETTINGS ......................................................................... 1-1

1.1 Adjusting Color Registration................................................................................................1-1

 Printing the Color Registration Chart................................................................................................... 1-1

 Determining values .............................................................................................................................. 1-2

 Entering Values.................................................................................................................................... 1-2

1.2 Configuring the Printer on a Network................................................................................. 1-4

1.2.1 Setting an IP Address...................................................................................................................................1-4

 Set the IP address acquisition method to ‘Panel’. ................................................................................ 1-4

 Setting the IP Address.......................................................................................................................... 1-6

 Setting the Subnet Mask....................................................................................................................... 1-7

 Setting the Gateway Address ............................................................................................................... 1-8

1.2.2

Setting Protocols..........................................................................................................................................1-9

 Changing Protocol Settings................................................................................................................ 1-10

1.2.3

Confirming Settings...................................................................................................................................1-12

CHAPTER 2 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER............................................................ 2-1

2.1 Installing the Printer Driver (Windows) ............................................................................. 2-1

2.1.1 Installing the Printer Driver.........................................................................................................................2-1

2.1.2 Upgrading the Printer Driver.......................................................................................................................2-1

2.2 Installing the Printer Driver (Macintosh) ........................................................................... 2-3

2.2.1 Installing the Printer Driver.........................................................................................................................2-3

2.2.2 Upgrading the Printer Driver.......................................................................................................................2-3

CHAPTER 3 BASIC PRINTER OPERATION.......................................................................... 3-1

3.1 Printer Part Names and Functions ...................................................................................... 3-1

 Front View ........................................................................................................................................... 3-1

 Rear View ............................................................................................................................................ 3-2

 Internal View........................................................................................................................................ 3-3

3.2 Turning the Printer On and Off........................................................................................... 3-4

3.2.1 Turn the Printer On......................................................................................................................................3-4

3.2.2 Turn the Printer Off .....................................................................................................................................3-5

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3.3 Printing from a Computer ....................................................................................................3-6

3.3.1 In Windows..................................................................................................................................................3-6

 Printing from a program....................................................................................................................... 3-6

 Changing default printing functions..................................................................................................... 3-7

3.3.2

With a Macintosh Computer........................................................................................................................3-9

3.4 Using Help ............................................................................................................................ 3-10

3.4.1 Referring to Windows Help.......................................................................................................................3-11

 To refer to Help, open the Properties dialog box and select the tab that contains the item

in question. ........................................................................................................................................ 3-11

Referring to Balloon Help on Macintosh...................................................................................................3-12

3.4.2

3.5 Cancel Printing .................................................................................................................... 3-13

3.5.1 Cancel Printing on the Computer ..............................................................................................................3-13

 In Windows........................................................................................................................................ 3-13

 On a Macintosh Computer ................................................................................................................. 3-14

3.5.2

Cancel Printing from the Control Panel.....................................................................................................3-15

3.6 Changing the Configuration for Options .......................................................................... 3-16

3.6.1 In Windows................................................................................................................................................3-17

3.6.2 On a Macintosh computer .........................................................................................................................3-18

3.7 Printing on Envelopes, Transparency Sheets, and Custom-size (Long) Paper............. 3-19

3.7.1 Printing on Envelopes................................................................................................................................3-19

 Printer Driver Settings (for envelopes) .............................................................................................. 3-20

3.7.2

Printing on Transparency Sheets ...............................................................................................................3-22

 Printer Driver Settings (for transparency sheets) .............................................................................. 3-23

3.7.3

Printing Custom-size Paper .......................................................................................................................3-24

 Setting a User Defined Size ............................................................................................................... 3-24

 How to Print....................................................................................................................................... 3-25

 Printer Driver Settings (for Custom-size (Long) Paper) ................................................................... 3-26

3.8 Duplex Printing.................................................................................................................... 3-27

 Types of Duplex Printing................................................................................................................... 3-27

3.8.1

Duplex Printing .........................................................................................................................................3-28

 Printer Driver Settings (for duplex printing on plain paper) ............................................................. 3-28

 Printer Driver Settings (for printing the back side of specialty paper).............................................. 3-29

CHAPTER 4 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES........................................... 4-1

4.1 Suitable and Unsuitable Paper Types.................................................................................. 4-1

4.1.1 Suitable Paper Types....................................................................................................................................4-1

 Suitable Basis Weight .......................................................................................................................... 4-1

 Recommended Paper............................................................................................................................ 4-2

 Special paper........................................................................................................................................ 4-2

 Paper Trays, Types, and Sizes.............................................................................................................. 4-4

 Duplex Printing Paper Types and Sizes ............................................................................................... 4-5

4.1.2

Unsuitable Paper Types ...............................................................................................................................4-6

4.1.3 Storing Paper...............................................................................................................................................4-7

4.2 Loading Paper........................................................................................................................ 4-8

4.2.1 Load Paper in the Paper Tray.......................................................................................................................4-8

4.2.2 Load A5 Paper in the Paper Tray/Changing the Paper Size from A5.........................................................4-12

 Loading A5 Paper .............................................................................................................................. 4-12

 Changing the Paper Size from A5...................................................................................................... 4-15

4.2.3

Load Paper into the Multi-purpose Tray....................................................................................................4-19

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CHAPTER 5 CONTROL PANEL ............................................................................................... 5-1

5.1 Control Panel Functionality.................................................................................................. 5-1

5.1.1 LED Indicators ............................................................................................................................................5-2

5.1.2 Display ........................................................................................................................................................5-3

 Print screen........................................................................................................................................... 5-3

 Menu screen......................................................................................................................................... 5-3

5.1.3

Buttons ........................................................................................................................................................5-4

5.2 Basic Menu Operation........................................................................................................... 5-5

5.2.1 Menu Structure and Basic Operations.........................................................................................................5-5

 Resetting the printer settings................................................................................................................ 5-5

5.2.2

What to do if you make a Mistake?.............................................................................................................5-6

5.3 List of Menu Items................................................................................................................. 5-7

5.3.1 System Settings ...........................................................................................................................................5-7

 Power Save Time ................................................................................................................................. 5-7

 Error Alarm.......................................................................................................................................... 5-8

 Job Timeout.......................................................................................................................................... 5-9

 Panel Language.................................................................................................................................... 5-9

 Auto Log Print ..................................................................................................................................... 5-9

 ID Print................................................................................................................................................. 5-9

 Text Print ........................................................................................................................................... 5-10

5.3.2

Maintenance Mode....................................................................................................................................5-10

 Init NVM............................................................................................................................................ 5-10

 Security .............................................................................................................................................. 5-11

 Basis Weight ...................................................................................................................................... 5-11

 ColorRegiCorrect............................................................................................................................... 5-11

5.3.3

Parallel.......................................................................................................................................................5-12

 ECP .................................................................................................................................................... 5-12

5.3.4

Report/List.................................................................................................................................................5-12

 Printer Settings................................................................................................................................... 5-12

 Panel Settings..................................................................................................................................... 5-12

 PCL6 Font List................................................................................................................................... 5-12

 Log Print ............................................................................................................................................ 5-13

5.3.5

Network.....................................................................................................................................................5-13

 Ethernet.............................................................................................................................................. 5-13

 TCP/IP................................................................................................................................................ 5-13

 IPX Frame Type................................................................................................................................. 5-14

 Protocol.............................................................................................................................................. 5-15

 IP Filter .............................................................................................................................................. 5-16

 Init NVM............................................................................................................................................ 5-16

5.3.6

USB...........................................................................................................................................................5-17

 Adobe Protocol .................................................................................................................................. 5-17

CHAPTER 6 DEALING WITH PROBLEMS............................................................................ 6-1

6.1 Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................... 6-1

6.2 Power Problems ..................................................................................................................... 6-2

6.3 Printing Problems.................................................................................................................. 6-3

6.3.1 Indicators are on, flashing, or off.................................................................................................................6-3

6.3.2 Cannot Print in Windows.............................................................................................................................6-5

6.3.3 Cannot Print from a Macintosh Computer...................................................................................................6-6

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6.4 Print Quality Problems ......................................................................................................... 6-7

6.4.1 Blank or Completely Black Pages are Output .............................................................................................6-7

6.4.2 Faded or Dirty Printouts, White Areas (drop-outs), Creases, Blurs.............................................................6-8

6.4.3 Unsatisfactory Printing..............................................................................................................................6-12

6.5 Paper Feed Problems........................................................................................................... 6-13

6.6 Others Problems .................................................................................................................. 6-15

6.6.1 Network Problems.....................................................................................................................................6-15

6.6.2 Other Problems..........................................................................................................................................6-16

6.7 What to Do When an Error Message Appears ................................................................. 6-17

6.8 The Alarm Indicator is On or Flashing............................................................................. 6-22

6.8.1 The Alarm Lamp is On..............................................................................................................................6-22

6.8.2 The Alarm Lamp is Flashing .....................................................................................................................6-22

6.9 Forcing the Printer to Print Remaining Data (When Printing is Halted)..................... 6-23

6.10 Cleaning the Density Sensor ............................................................................................... 6-24

CHAPTER 7 PAPER JAMS......................................................................................................... 7-1

7.1 Clearing Paper Jams ............................................................................................................. 7-1

7.2 Paper Jams in the Multi-purpose Tray ............................................................................... 7-3

7.3 Paper Jams in the Paper Tray.............................................................................................. 7-4

7.4 Paper Jams Between the Print Head Cartridge and the Fuser Cartridge....................... 7-6

 Paper jams around the print head cartridge:......................................................................................... 7-6

 Paper jams around the fuser cartridge:................................................................................................. 7-8

 Paper longer than 355.6 mm (14 in.) jams ........................................................................................... 7-9

7.5 Paper Jams in the Paper Rotator....................................................................................... 7-10

7.6 Paper Jams in the 2 Tray Module...................................................................................... 7-11

CHAPTER 8 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT......... 8-1

8.1 Replacing the Toner Cartridges........................................................................................... 8-1

8.1.1 Toner Cartridge Handling Precautions ........................................................................................................8-1

 Handling Precautions ........................................................................................................................... 8-1

 Storage Precautions.............................................................................................................................. 8-2

8.1.2

Replacing the Toner Cartridges ...................................................................................................................8-2

8.2 Replacing the Print Head Cartridge.................................................................................... 8-5

8.2.1 Print Head Cartridge Handling Precautions ................................................................................................8-5

 Handling Precautions ........................................................................................................................... 8-5

 Storage Precautions.............................................................................................................................. 8-6

8.2.2

Replacing the Print Head Cartridge.............................................................................................................8-6

8.3 Replacing the Transfer Roll Cartridge.............................................................................. 8-11

8.3.1 Transfer Roll Cartridge Handling Precautions ..........................................................................................8-12

 Handling Precautions ......................................................................................................................... 8-12

8.3.2

Replacing the Transfer Roll Cartridge.......................................................................................................8-13

8.4 Printing Reports and Lists.................................................................................................. 8-15

8.4.1 Confirming Printer Configuration and Network Settings..........................................................................8-16

8.4.2 Checking the Print Log..............................................................................................................................8-17

8.5 Confirming Printer Status from Your Computer ............................................................ 8-18

8.5.1 Checking Status and Remaining Amounts of Consumables using a Web Browser...................................8-18

8.6 Cleaning the Printer ............................................................................................................ 8-19

 Cleaning Precautions.......................................................................................................................... 8-19

 Cleaning the outside of the printer ..................................................................................................... 8-19

8.7 Transporting the Printer..................................................................................................... 8-20

8.8 Storing the Printer............................................................................................................... 8-25

APPENDIXES............................................................................................................................... A-1

A.1 Introduction to the Optional and Consumable Items ........................................................A-1

A.1.1 Options .......................................................................................................................................................A-1

 Hard Disk.............................................................................................................................................A-1

 2 Tray Module......................................................................................................................................A-1



Memory Expansion Card .....................................................................................................................A-1

A.1.2

Consumable Items ......................................................................................................................................A-2

 Toner Cartridges ..................................................................................................................................A-2

 Print Head Cartridge ............................................................................................................................A-2

 Transfer Roll Cartridge ........................................................................................................................A-2

A.2 Getting Product Support Information.................................................................................A-3

A.3 General Specifications...........................................................................................................A-4

A.3.1 Printer Specifications..................................................................................................................................A-4

A.3.2 Network Specifications...............................................................................................................................A-7

 Common Specifications .......................................................................................................................A-7

 TCP/IP Specifications ..........................................................................................................................A-7

 NetBIOS Specifications .......................................................................................................................A-7

 NetWare Specifications........................................................................................................................A-7

 AppleTalk Specifications.....................................................................................................................A-7

A.3.3

Printable Area.............................................................................................................................................A-8

A.4 Life Span of Consumable Items............................................................................................A-9

 Life span of consumables (in printable pages).....................................................................................A-9

A.5 Adding the Expansion Memory..........................................................................................A-10

INDEX .............................................................................................................................................I-1

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The following terms and symbols are used in the present guide:

 Glossary



Look

0Alerts you to an important operating procedure that should be performed with care.

Make sure that you read these items.

✏ Note

Notes provide you with useful information.

 See

References indicate related information that may be useful.

“ ” Indicates that the reference is in this guide. “ ” Indicates that the reference is in another guide.

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 Symbol

Symbol Meaning

Key Indicates a key on the keyboard of your computer.

[ ] Indicates a window, dialog box, or tab element or button displayed

“ ” Indicates a message displayed on the printer's control panel.

< > Indicates a control panel button.

+ Indicates that you need to press 2 keys or control panel buttons at

Example: Press the Enter key

on the computer screen. Also indicates a menu or value displayed on the control panel.

Example: Click [OK] in the [Properties] dialog box. Set [Enabled] on the control panel.

This may also emphasize a part name or important information to be entered.

Example: “Ready to Print” appears. Enter “0.0.0.0”

Example:Press the <

the same time. Example:Press the <

> button.

> + < > buttons.

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To ensure the safe operation of your printer, make sure that you read this section thoroughly before use.

require close attention. Make sure that you read and follow the instructions carefully.

procedures. Make sure that you read the instructions carefully.

need to be performed. Make sure that you perform the procedure after reading the instructions carefully.

This section describes the conventions used in the guide.

WARNING

“Warning” alerts you to situations that could result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION

“Caution” alerts you to situations that could cause injury or material damage.

This symbol alerts you to procedures that

This symbol alerts you to prohibited

This symbol alerts you to procedures that

High

temperature

Prohibited

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Flamm-

able

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flame

Remove

the plug

Electrical

shock

Do not

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the earth

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injury

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touch

Installing and Relocating your Printer

CAUTION

Do not place the printer in a hot, humid, dusty, or poorly ventilated environment. Prolonged exposure to such adverse conditions can cause fire or electric shocks.

Do not place the printer near heaters or volatile, flammable, or combustible materials, such as curtains.

Place the printer on a level, sturdy surface that can withstand the printer's weight. Failure to do so could cause the printer to fall, resulting in injuries.

To prevent injuries, this printer should be lifted by at least two people.

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To lift the printer, face the front of the printer and grip the recessed areas at the bottom left and right with both hands. Never try to lift the printer by gripping any other areas. Lifting the printer by gripping other areas can cause the printer to fall, resulting in injuries.

When lifting the printer, get a firm footing and bend your knees to avoid possible injuries to your back.

The printer has ventilation grills on the side and at the rear. Ensure that the printer is installed no less than 150 mm (5.9 in.) from the wall on the right, 100 mm (3.9 in.) from the wall on the left, and 200 mm (7.8 in.) from the wall at the back. A poorly ventilated printer can cause excessive internal heat to build up and result in fire. The diagram below shows the minimum clearances required for normal operation, consumables replacement, and maintenance ensuring that your printer operates at peak performance.

When moving the printer, be sure to unplug the power cord from the socket. Moving the printer with the power cord connected can damage the power cord, which could result in a fire or electric shocks.

If you hold the printer by the front cover, left or right sides, there is a danger of the printer falling.

600 mm (23.6 in.) 100 mm (3.9 in.)

Recess

200 mm (7.8 in.)

150 mm (5.9 in.)

When moving the printer, do not tilt it at more than the angles shown in the diagram below. If tilted excessively, the printer may fall, resulting in injuries.

After installing the optional tray module, lock down the brakes of the casters at the front of the tray module. Failure to lock down the brakes can cause the printer to move unexpectedly, resulting in injuries.

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Use the printer in a place that meets the following requirements: Ambient temperature range of 10 to 32°C (50.0 to 89.6°F), relative humidity of 15 to 85% (no condensation) When using the printer at an ambient temperature of 32°C (89.6°F), the relative humidity should not exceed 65%. When the relative humidity reaches 85%, the ambient temperature should not exceed 28°C (82.4°F).

✏ Note

Do not place the printer in a room where there are sudden fluctuations in temperature and do not move the printer from a cold place to a warm humid place. If you do, condensation may occur inside the printer and deteriorate print quality.

Operating Environment

•

Do not place the printer in direct sunlight, as this may damage the printer.

•

When moving the printer, remove the toner cartridges. Do not reuse toner cartridges once you have removed them from the printer. Loose toner can spill inside the printer and deteriorate print quality.

•

Do not place the printer directly next to an air conditioner or heater, as this affects the temperature inside the printer and can cause damage.

•

Do not use the printer when it is tilted at an angle of more than 5 degrees, as this may result in damage.

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Precautions for Power and Ground (earthed) Connections

Use the printer within the specified power range. AC power: 100-127 VAC ± 10% (90V-140V) or 220-240 VAC ± 10% (198V-264V) Frequency: 50 ± 3Hz/60 ± 3Hz

Ensure that the power cord connector and power socket are free of dust. In a damp environment, a contaminated connector can, over time, draw non-negligible amounts of current that can generate heat and eventually cause fire.

Do not attempt to modify, pull, bend, chafe, or otherwise damage the power cord. Do not place objects on the power cord. A damaged power cord can cause fire or electric shocks.

Never touch a power cord with wet hands. This constitutes an electric shock hazard.

In the following situations, stop using the printer immediately, turn it off, and disconnect the power cord from the socket. After that, contact your dealer or authorized Brother service representative immediately. Continued use of the printer in such situations could result in fire.

• There is smoke emanating from the printer or the outside of the printer is excessively hot.

• Unusual noises are coming from the printer.

• There is water inside the printer.

WARNING

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To prevent fire or electric shocks, connect the green earth wire bundled with the power cord to one of the following:

• The earth terminal of the power outlet

• A piece of copper buried in the earth 650 mm or deeper

Make sure that the earth wire on the power cord is connected before you use the printer. If it is not possible to make an earth connection, consult your dealer or Brother authorized service representative. Never connect the earth wire to any of the following:

• Gas pipes that could ignite and explode

• Telephone line earth wires or lightning rods, which can draw an excessive

electric current if hit by lightning

• Water faucets or pipes whose electrical conductivity is broken by a non-metallic part

If the power cord is broken or insulated wires are exposed, ask your dealer or authorized Brother service representative. Using a damaged cord can cause fire or electric shocks.

Do not plug or unplug the printer when it is on. Unplugging a live connector can deform the plug and cause fire.

When unplugging the printer, grasp the plug instead of the power cord. Forcibly pulling the power cord can damage it and cause a fire or electric shocks.

Be sure to turn off and unplug the printer before accessing the interior of the printer for cleaning, maintenance, or troubleshooting. Accessing the interior of a live printer can result in electric shocks.

Once a month, turn off the printer and check the power cord for the following. If you notice any unusual conditions, contact your dealer for assistance.

• The power cord is plugged firmly into the power outlet.

• The plug is not excessively heated, rusted, or bent.

• The plug and outlet are dust free.

• The cord is not cracked or frayed.

CAUTION

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When the printer is not used over an extended period of time, switch it off and unplug it. When an unused printer is left connected to a power source for a long period, degraded insulation can cause electric shocks, current to leak, or fire.

Switch off the printer before connecting the interface cable or options. Connecting the interface cable or options to a live printer can cause electric shocks.

•

Radio interference This printer may interfere with radio or television reception, causing flickering or distortion. This can be determined by turning the printer off and on. To correct interference, perform one or a combination of the following procedures:

• Move the printer away from TV and/or radio.

• Reposition the printer, TV and/or radio.

• If the printer, TV and/or radio are plugged to the same socket, unplug them, then

plug them into different sockets.

• Reposition the TV and/or radio antennas and cables until the interference stops. For external antennas, consult your local electrician.

• Use coaxial cables with radio and television antennas.

Other

Operating Precautions

WARNING

Do not place any liquid containers such as vases or coffee cups on the printer. Liquids spilt on the printer can cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not place any metal parts such as staples or clips on the printer. If metal or flammable materials get into the printer, they can short circuit internal components and cause a fire or electric shocks.

If debris (metal or liquid) gets into the printer, turn off and unplug the printer. After that, contact your dealer or authorized Brother service representative immediately. Operating a debris-contaminated printer can cause a fire or electric shocks.

Never open or remove printer covers that are secured with screws unless specifically instructed to do so in the this guide. High-voltage components can cause electric shocks.

Do not try to alter the printer's structure or modify any parts. Unauthorized modifications can cause fire.

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This printer complies with the IEC60825 (Class 1) international laser standard. This means that the printer does not present any risk of injury to individuals from laser radiation. Various covers confine the laser radiation to the inside of the printer; hence, users cannot incur injury from the laser under normal operating conditions. Removing covers, unless instructed to do so in this guide, can cause injury from laser radiation.

Never touch an area indicated by a high-temperature warning label (on or near the fuser unit). Touching these areas may result in burns. If a sheet of paper is wrapped around the fuser or rollers, do not use excessive force to remove it so to avoid injuries or burns. Turn off the printer immediately and contact your dealer or authorized Brother service representative.

Do not place any heavy objects on the printer. An off-balance printer can fall over or the heavy object can fall, resulting in injuries.

Do not use highly flammable sprays or solvents in or around the printer, as this can result in fire.

When removing paper jams, make sure that no pieces of paper are left inside the printer, as this can cause fire. If the paper is wrapped around the fuser or roller, or you cannot see the jam that you are trying to clear, do not attempt to remove the paper by yourself, as this may result in injuries or burns. Turn off the printer immediately and contact your dealer or authorized Brother service representative.

Do not place magnetic objects near the safety switch of the printer. Magnets can activate the printer accidentally, resulting in injuries.

CAUTION

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Others

Refer to this guide for procedures on clearing paper jams and how to resolve any other problems that may occur.

Notes on Handling Consumables

Never put a toner cartridge into an open flame. It can explode, resulting in injuries.

Never put a transfer roll cartridge into an open flame. It can explode, resulting in injuries.

Never put a print head cartridge into an open flame. It can explode, resulting in injuries.

•

Do not open consumables until you are ready to use them. Do not store consumables in the following conditions:

• Hot or humid areas

• Near a naked flame

• Exposed to direct sunlight

• Dusty areas

• Before using consumables, read the instructions and precautions provided with the

consumables.

WARNING

Others

•

Administer emergency first aid as follows:

• If you get toner in your eyes, rinse them abundantly in clean water and consult your physician, if necessary.

• If you get toner on your skin, wash it with soap and water. Rinse well.

• If you inhale toner, leave the contaminated area immediately and gargle with water.

• If you swallow toner, induce vomiting and consult your physician immediately.

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•

When you remove the transfer roll cartridge from the printer because the waste toner collection box is full, do not attempt to empty the waste toner box and reuse the cartridge, as toner may spill inside the printer and cause damage. Loose toner can spill inside the printer and deteriorate print quality.

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Do not tilt or shake the print head cartridges or transfer roll cartridges when removing them temporarily. Loose toner can spill inside the printer and deteriorate print quality.

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Follow the procedure below to adjust the color registration when you first install the printer or after moving it to a new location.

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Refer to 5.2 “Basic Menu Operation” for information about the operation of the control panel.

 Printing the Color Registration Chart

Use the control panel to print the color registration chart.

Ready to Print

(The print screen. The printer is ready to print.)

↓

Menu 1:System

↓

Menu 2:Maintenance

↓

2:Maintenance Init NVM

↓

2:Maintenance ColorRegiCorrect

↓

ColorRegiCorrect Correction Chart

↓

Correction Chart Ready to Print

1. Press the <Menu> button. The menu screen appears.

2. Press the <

3. Press the <Form Feed/Set > or <

4. Press the <

5. Press the <Form Feed/Set> or <

6. Press the <Form Feed/Set> or <

(The menu screen)

> button once.

> button 3 times.

> button once.

7. Press the <Form Feed/Set> button once. The color registration adjustment chart is printed. When printing is finished, the print screen reappears.

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 Determining values

From the lines to the right of the Y (yellow), M (magenta), and C (cyan) pattern, find the values of the straightest lines.

✏ Note

You can also use the densest colors of the grid to find the straightest lines. The colors printed at the highest density are those next to the straightest lines. When ‘0’ is the value nearest the straightest line, you do not need to adjust the color registration. When the value is not ‘0’, follow the procedure outlined in “Entering Values”.

 Entering Values

Using the control panel, enter the values that you found in the color registration chart to make adjustments.

Ready to Print

↓

ColorRegi Correct Correction Chart

↓

ColorRegi Correct Enter Number

↓

1. Straightest line

2. Lattice pattern

1. Follow steps 1 through 5 on the previous page to display the color registration chart settings menu.

2. Press the <

3. Press the <Form Feed/Set> or <

> button once.

Continued

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Continued from the previous page.

↓

Enter Number Y= 0 M= 0 C= 0

4. Using the <

↓

Enter Number Y=+3 M= 0 C= 0

↓

5. Press the <

Enter Number Y=+3 M= 0 C= 0

↓

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to continue setting the color

Enter Number Y=+3 M=+1 C=+2

↓

7. Press the <Form Feed/Set> button once.

Correction Chart Ready to Print

> or < > buttons, press the buttons until you reach the value (for example, +3) displayed on the chart.

> button once and move the cursor to

registration.

8. Press the <Form Feed/Set> button once. The color registration chart is printed with the new values. When printing is finished, the print screen reappears.

9. Color registration adjustment is complete when the straightest Y (yellow), M (magenta), and C (Cyan) lines are next to the ‘0’ line.

✏ Note

After printing the color registration chart, do not turn off the printer until the printer motor has stopped running.

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