Brother MFC-8440, MFC-8820D, MFC-8820DN, MFC-8840D, MFC-8840DN User Manual

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MFC-
8440 MFC­MFC-
®
8840
8840
D DN
USER’S GUIDE
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Model Number: MFC-8440, MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN (Circle your model number)
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Date of Purchase:
Place of Purchase:
* The serial number is on the back of the unit. Retain
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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.
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Brother numbers

IMPORTANT
For technical help, you must call the country where you bought the MFC. 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
www.registermybrother.com

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

The Brother Solutions Center is our one-stop resource for all your Fax Machine/Multi-Function Center needs. You can download the latest software and utilities, read FAQs and troubleshooting tips, and go to the “Solutions” section to learn how to get the most from your Brother product.
http://solutions.brother.com
You can check here for Brother driver updates.

For Customer Service

In USA: 1-800-284-4329 (voice)
1-901-379-1215 (fax) 1-800-284-3238 (TTY service for the hearing-impaired)
In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER (voice)
(514) 685-4898 (fax)
Service Center Locator (USA only)
For the location of a Brother authorized service center, call 1-800-284-4357.
Service Center Locations (Canada only)
For the location of a Brother authorized service center, call 1-877-BROTHER.
BROTHER NUMBERS
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Brother fax back system (USA only)

Brother 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 system is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can use the system to received faxed instructions and an index of fax back subjects.
In USA only: 1-800-521-2846
The Brother fax back system number has been preprogrammed on One-Touch Key 01.

Ordering accessories and supplies

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. (In the USA, you can visit us online for a complete selection of the Brother accessories and supplies that are available for purchase.)
In USA: 1-888-879-3232 (voice)
1-800-947-1445 (fax)
http://www.brothermall.com
In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER (voice)
Description Item
Toner Cartridge TN-540 (Standard, prints up to 3,500 pages)
TN-570 (High yield, prints up to 6,700 pages) Drum Unit DR-510 Telephone Line Cord LG3077001 IEEE-1284 Bi-directional Cable F2A046-10 Power Protector for A/C Power, Phone
Line Surges and Voltage Spikes (2 outlets) Power Protector for A/C Power, Phone
Line Surges and Voltage Spikes (8 outlets) Paper Tray #2 (Option) LT-5000 Network (LAN) Board (Option)
Brother Print/Fax Server (10/100 Base-TX Ethernet Network)
User's Guide LF2694001 (English for USA and Canada)
Quick Setup Guide LF2729001 (English for USA and Canada)
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ORDERING ACCESSORIES AND SUPPLIES
QPD120
FX120
NC-9100h
LF2801001 (French For Canada)
LF2802001 (French For Canada)
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.
NOTICE – DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
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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, 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®-brand parts and
Consumable and Accessory Items);
(4) Consumable and Accessory Items that
expired in accordance with a rated life; and,
(5) Problems arising from other than defects
in materials or workmanship.
(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 1-800-284-4329 MFC and DCP and 1-800-276-7746 Printers, 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 1-800-521-2846.
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
if you first reported the problem
for Fax,
for
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MFC LIMITED WARRANTY (USA)
Brother® One-Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service
(USA only)
Accessory Items and use refurbished parts provided such replacement products conform to the manufacturer’s specifications for new product/parts. 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 that 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.
© 2004 Brother International Corporation
MFC LIMITED WARRANTY (USA)
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BROTHER MULTIFUNCTION CENTER/FACSIMILE MACHINE
LIMITED WARRANTY
(Canada only)
Pursuant to this limited warranty of 1 year from the date of purchase for labour and parts, Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. (“Brother”), or its Authorized Service Centers, will repair this MFC/Facsimile machine free of charge if defective in material or workmanship. This Limited Warranty does not include cleaning, consumables (including, without limitation, print cartridges, print head, toner and drum) 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 from the use of supplies or consumable items that are non-Brother products. Operation of the MFC/Facsimile 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/Facsimile machine must be delivered or shipped freight prepaid by the end user/purchaser to a “Brother” Authorized Service Center, together with your Proof of Purchase in the form of a Sales Receipt.
For laser products: Failure to remove the Toner Cartridge (and Toner Drum Unit on applicable models) during shipping will cause severe damage to the MFC/Facsimile and will VOID the Warranty. (Refer to your User’s Guide for proper packaging.)
For ink-jet products: Do not remove the ink cartridges during shipping. Damage to your print head resulting from packing without the ink cartridges will VOID your warranty. (Refer to your User’s Guide for proper packaging.)
BROTHER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, 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 Centers, Distributors, Dealers, Agents or employees, shall create another warranty or modify this warranty. This warranty states Brother’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy against Brother for any failure of the MFC/Facsimile machine to operate properly.
Neither Brother nor anyone else involved in the development, production, or delivery of this MFC/Facsimile 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 Providence to Providence.
Warranty Service is available at Brother Authorized Service Centers throughout Canada. For Technical Support or for the name and location of your nearest Authorized Service Center call 1-877-BROTHER. Internet support: support@brother.ca or browse Brother’s Web Site: www.brother.com
Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. 1 Rue Hôtel de Ville Dollard-Des-Ormeaux, QC H9B 3H6
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LIMITED WARRANTY (CANADA)

Safety precautions

To use the MFC safely

Save these instructions for later reference.
WARNING
There are high voltage electrodes inside the MFC. Before you clean the MFC or clear a paper jam, make sure you have unplugged the power cord from the power outlet.
After you use the MFC, some internal parts are extremely HOT! To prevent injuries, be careful not to put your fingers in the area shown in
the illustration.
To prevent injuries, be careful not to put your hands on the edge of the MFC under the document cover.
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. Doing this might cause an electrical shock.
To prevent injuries, be careful not to put your fingers in the area shown in the illustration.
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To prevent injuries, be careful not to put your fingers in the area shown in the illustration.
WARNING
When you move the MFC, grasp the side handholds that are under the
scanner. Do NOT carry the MFC by holding it at the bottom.
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Never touch
telephone wires or terminals that are not insulated unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the wall jack. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install a telephone jack in a wet location unless the jack is specifically designed for a wet location.
Install equipment with a power cord near a socket/outlet that is easily
accessible.
To reduce the risk of shock or fire, use only a No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.
Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of gas leak to report leak.
Do not use this product near appliances that use water, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
Caution
Lightning and power surges can damage this product! We recommend
that you use a quality surge protection device on the AC power line and on the telephone line, or unplug the lines during a lightning storm.
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Choosing a location

Place your MFC on a flat, stable surface that is free of vibration and shocks, such as a desk. Put the MFC near a telephone jack and a standard, grounded power outlet. Choose a location where the temperature remains between 50°F and 95.5°F (10°-32.5°C).
Caution
Avoid placing your MFC in a high-traffic area.
Do not place near heaters, air conditioners, water, chemicals, or refrigerators.
Do not expose the MFC to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust.
Do not connect your MFC to electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers.
Disruption of power can wipe out information in the MFC’s memory.
Do not connect your MFC to electrical outlets on the same circuit as large appliances or other Equipment that might disrupt the power supply.
Avoid interference sources, such as speakers or the base units of cordless phones.
NO !
NO ! NO !
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Quick Reference Guide

Sending faxes

Automatic Transmission
1
If it is not illuminated in
Start
.
Set
.
Fax
.
Fax
,
Next
Set
green, press (
2
Place the original face up in the ADF, or face down on the scanner glass.
3
Enter the fax number using One-Touch, Speed-Dial, Search or the dial pad.
4
Press
5
If you are using the scanner glass, press
Real Time Transmission
You can send faxes in real time.
1
If it is not illuminated in
green, press (
2
Place the original face up in the ADF, or face down on the scanner glass.
3
Press
4
Press or to select
On
OR— For the next transmission
only, press or to select and then press
5
For the next fax only, press
Fax:On
Start
.
2
or
Menu, 2, 2, 5
, and then press
Next Fax Only
Set
or to select
, and then press
6
).
7 8

Receiving faxes

Select Receive Mode
1 2

Storing numbers

).
Storing One-Touch Dial numbers
1 2
3
4
5
.
Press 1 if you want to choose more settings and the LCD will return to the Setup send menu.
OR— Press Enter the fax number. Press
Press Press or to select
Fax Only, Manual Fax/Tel TAD
Press Press the One-Touch key
where you want to store the number.
Enter a number (up to 20 digits), and then press
Enter a name (or leave it blank), and then press
Press
2
to fax.
Start
.
Menu, 0,1
and
and then press
Menu, 2, 3, 1
Stop/Exit
.
External
.
,
Set
.
.
Set
Set
.
.
x
Storing Speed-Dial numbers
1
Press
2
Enter a three-digit Speed-Dial number, and then press
3
Enter a number (up to 20 digits), and then press
4
Enter a name (or leave it blank), and then press
5
Press
Menu, 2, 3, 2
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
Set
Set

Dialing operations

One-Touch Dialing / Speed-Dialing
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Place the original face up in the ADF, or face down on the scanner glass.
3
Press the One-Touch key of the number you want to call
OR
Search/Speed Dial
Press press #, and then press the three-digit Speed-Dial number.
4
Press
Using Search
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Press and then enter the first letter of the name you’re looking for.
3
Press or to search the memory.
4
Press
Start
.
Search/Speed Dial
Start
.
Fax
Fax

Making copies

Single copy
1
Press ( illuminate it in green.
2
Place the original face up in
.
.
).
,
).
,
the ADF, or face down on the scanner glass.
3
Press
Sorting multiple copies (Using the ADF)
1
Press ( illuminate it in green.
2
Place the original face up in the ADF.
3
Use the dial pad to enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
4
Press Sort icon appears on the
LCD.
5
Press
Brother fax back system:
In USA: 1-800-521-2846
Brother Global Web Site:
http://www.brother.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Product Support
http://solutions.brother.com
Brother Accessories & Supplies:
In USA: 1-888-879-3232 (voice)
http://www.brothermall.com
In Canada:
Start
Sort
Start
1-800-947-1445 (fax)
1-877-BROTHER (voice)
Copy
.
Copy)
.
.
) to
to
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Table of contents

1
Introduction ..........................................................................1-1
Using this Guide ...............................................................1-1
Finding information.................................................1-1
Symbols used in this Guide....................................1-1
Fax Test Sheet and Product Registration (USA only)... 1-2
On-Line Registration (USA and Canada) ................... 1-2
MFC part names and operations................................1-3
Control panel overview ..................................................... 1-6
Status LED indications .............................................1-11
About fax machines ........................................................ 1-13
Custom features .......................................................1-13
Do you have Voice Mail on the phone line? ......... 1-13
Why should there be problems?........................... 1-13
How can you avoid possible problems? ............... 1-13
Fax tones and handshake........................................ 1-14
ECM (Error Correction Mode)...................................1-15
Connecting the MFC....................................................... 1-15
Connecting an external telephone............................ 1-15
Connecting an external telephone answering device
(TAD)....................................................................1-16
Sequence ............................................................. 1-16
Connections ......................................................... 1-18
Recording outgoing message (OGM) on an external
TAD..................................................................1-18
Special line considerations.......................................1-19
Roll-over phone lines............................................ 1-19
Two-line phone system ........................................ 1-19
Converting telephone wall outlets ........................ 1-20
Installing MFC, external two-line tad and two-line
telephone..........................................................1-21
Multi-line connections (PBX) .................................... 1-22
If you are installing the MFC to work with a PBX ... 1-22
Custom features on your phone line......................... 1-22
2
Paper .....................................................................................2-1
About paper ...................................................................... 2-1
Type and size of paper ............................................... 2-1
Recommended paper ................................................. 2-1
Choosing acceptable paper.............................................. 2-2
Paper capacity of the paper trays........................... 2-3
Paper specifications for each paper tray ................2-4
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How to load paper....................................................... 2-5
To load paper or other media in the paper tray ...... 2-5
To load paper or other media in the manual feed tray
(For MFC-8440)..................................................2-7
To load paper or other media in the multi-purpose tray
(MP tray) (For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)...2-8
To use Automatic Duplexing for fax, copy and
print operations
(For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN) ................... 2-10
3
4
On-screen programming .....................................................3-1
User-friendly programming ............................................... 3-1
Menu table.................................................................. 3-1
Memory Storage.........................................................3-1
Navigation keys ................................................................3-2
Getting started ..................................................................... 4-1
Initial Setup.......................................................................4-1
Setting the Date and Time..........................................4-1
Setting the Station ID..................................................4-2
Entering text ...........................................................4-3
Inserting spaces .....................................................4-3
Making corrections .................................................4-3
Repeating letters ....................................................4-3
Special characters and symbols ............................4-4
Setting Tone and Pulse dialing mode
(For Canada only)................................................... 4-4
General Setup...................................................................4-5
Setting the Mode Timer .............................................. 4-5
Setting the Paper Type ............................................... 4-5
Setting the Paper Size ................................................ 4-6
Setting the Ring Volume.............................................4-8
Setting the Beeper Volume......................................... 4-8
Setting the Speaker Volume....................................... 4-9
Turning on Automatic Daylight Savings Time.............4-9
Toner Save ................................................................. 4-9
Sleep Time................................................................4-10
Turning off the Scanner Lamp ..................................4-10
Setting the Tray Use for Copy mode ........................4-11
Setting the Tray Use for Fax mode...........................4-12
Setting the LCD Contrast..........................................4-12
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5
Setup Receive ......................................................................5-1
Basic receiving operations................................................5-1
Choosing the Receive Mode ...................................... 5-1
To select or change your Receive Mode ................5-2
Setting the Ring Delay ...............................................5-2
Setting the F/T Ring Time (Fax/Tel mode only).......... 5-3
Easy Receive .............................................................5-4
Printing a reduced incoming fax
(Auto Reduction) ....................................................5-5
Printing a fax from the memory ..................................5-5
Setting the Print Density.............................................5-6
Advanced receiving operations ........................................ 5-7
Operation from extension telephones......................... 5-7
For FAX/TEL mode only ............................................. 5-7
Using a cordless external handset ............................. 5-8
Changing the remote codes ....................................... 5-8
Polling......................................................................... 5-9
Setting up Polling Receive ..................................... 5-9
Setting up Sequential Polling Receive ................. 5-10
Setting Duplex printing for Fax mode
(For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN) ................... 5-10
Telephone services ........................................................ 5-11
Distinctive Ring.........................................................5-11
What does your telephone company’s
‘Distinctive Ring’ do?........................................ 5-11
What does Brother’s ‘Distinctive Ring’ do? .......... 5-11
Do you have Voice Mail?......................................5-12
Before you choose the ring pattern to register ..... 5-12
Registering the Distinctive Ring pattern ................... 5-13
Turning off the Distinctive Ring ............................5-13
Caller ID..........................................................................5-14
Viewing Caller ID List ............................................... 5-15
Clearing a Caller ID stored in the memory ............... 5-15
Printing Caller ID List................................................ 5-15
6
Setup Send ........................................................................... 6-1
How to Fax .......................................................................6-1
Enter Fax mode..........................................................6-1
Faxing from the automatic document feeder (ADF) ... 6-1
Faxing from the ADF ..............................................6-2
Faxing from the scanner glass ...................................6-3
Faxing legal size originals from the scanner glass ..... 6-4
Out of Memory message ........................................6-4
Manual transmission................................................... 6-4
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Automatic transmission...............................................6-5
This is the easiest way to send a fax......................6-5
Sending a fax at the end of a conversation ................6-5
Basic sending operations..................................................6-6
Sending faxes using multiple settings......................... 6-6
Contrast ......................................................................6-6
Fax Resolution............................................................6-7
Manual and automatic fax Redial ...............................6-8
Dual Access ...............................................................6-9
Real Time Transmission...........................................6-10
Checking job status ..................................................6-11
Canceling a job while scanning the original..............6-11
Canceling a scheduled job........................................6-11
Advanced sending operations ........................................ 6-12
Composing the electronic Cover Page .....................6-12
Composing your own comments ..........................6-13
Cover page for the next fax only...........................6-14
Send a cover page for all faxes ............................6-15
Using a printed cover page.......................................6-15
Broadcasting.............................................................6-16
Overseas Mode ........................................................6-18
Delayed Fax..............................................................6-19
Delayed Batch Transmission....................................6-20
Setting up Polled Transmission................................6-21
Memory Security.......................................................6-22
Setting up the password.......................................6-22
Turning Memory Security on ................................6-23
Turning Memory Security off.....................................6-23
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Auto Dial numbers and dialing options .............................7-1
Storing numbers for easy dialing ......................................7-1
Storing One-Touch Dial numbers ...............................7-1
Storing Speed-Dial numbers.......................................7-2
Changing One-Touch and Speed-Dial numbers.........7-3
Setting up Groups for Broadcasting............................ 7-4
Dialing options..................................................................7-5
Search ........................................................................7-5
One-Touch Dialing......................................................7-5
Speed-Dialing .............................................................7-6
Manual dialing............................................................. 7-6
Using an external telephone....................................... 7-6
Access codes and credit card numbers...................... 7-7
Pause .........................................................................7-8
Tone or Pulse (Canada only)...................................... 7-8
8
Remote Fax Options ............................................................ 8-1
Fax Forwarding/Paging ....................................................8-1
Programming a Fax Forwarding number....................8-1
Programming your pager number............................... 8-2
Setting Fax Storage..........................................................8-3
Setting your Remote Access Code...................................8-4
Remote Retrieval.............................................................. 8-5
Using your Remote Access Code...............................8-5
Remote commands ....................................................8-6
Retrieving fax messages ............................................8-7
Changing your Fax Forwarding number ..................... 8-7
9
10
Printing reports ....................................................................9-1
MFC settings and activity ................................................. 9-1
Customizing the Transmission Verification Report .....9-1
Setting the Fax Activity Report Interval ...................... 9-2
Printing reports ...........................................................9-3
To print a report......................................................9-3
Making copies .................................................................... 10-1
Using the MFC as a copier .............................................10-1
Enter Copy mode......................................................10-1
Temporary copy settings ......................................10-2
Making a single copy from the ADF..........................10-3
Making multiple copies from the ADF.......................10-3
Single or multiple copies using the scanner glass.... 10-4
Out of Memory message ..........................................10-5
Using the copy keys (Temporary settings) .....................10-6
Enlarge/Reduce........................................................ 10-7
Quality (type of original)............................................10-8
Sorting copies using the ADF...................................10-9
Contrast....................................................................10-9
Tray Select .............................................................10-10
Duplex/N in 1..........................................................10-11
Duplex/N in 1 copy .................................................10-12
N in 1 copy .........................................................10-12
Poster ................................................................. 10-13
Duplex (1 in 1)
(For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN) ............. 10-13
Duplex (2 in 1) and Duplex (4 in 1)
(For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN) ............. 10-15
Changing the default copy settings .............................. 10-16
Quality ....................................................................10-16
Contrast..................................................................10-16
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Using the MFC as a printer ...............................................11-1
Using the Brother MFC-8440, MFC-8840D or
MFC-8840DN printer driver .........................................11-1
How to print your document............................................11-2
Simultaneous printing and faxing....................................11-3
Two-sided printing (Duplex Printing).........................11-3
Automatic Duplex Printing (For MFC-8840D and
MFC-8840DN) ..................................................11-3
Manual Duplex Printing ........................................11-4
Face-down output tray..............................................11-4
Printing on plain paper..............................................11-5
The manual feed tray (For MFC-8440).................11-5
The MP tray
(For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)............... 11-6
Printing on thicker paper and card stock ..................11-7
The manual feed tray (For MFC-8440).................11-7
The multi-purpose tray (MP tray)
(For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)............... 11-9
Printing on envelopes.............................................11-11
Printer operation keys................................................... 11-16
Job Cancel..............................................................11-16
Secure key..............................................................11-16
Setting the Emulation Selection..............................11-17
Printing the Internal Font List..................................11-18
Printing the Print Configuration List........................11-18
Restoring factory default settings ...........................11-18
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Printer driver settings ........................................................12-1
Printer driver settings......................................................12-1
How to access the printer driver settings........................12-1
Features in the Brother Native Driver.............................12-2
Basic tab...................................................................12-2
Paper Size............................................................12-3
Multiple Page........................................................12-3
Orientation............................................................12-3
Copies ..................................................................12-4
Media Type...........................................................12-4
Advanced tab............................................................12-5
Print Quality..........................................................12-5
Duplex Printing.....................................................12-7
Watermark............................................................12-8
Page Setting.......................................................12-10
Device Options...................................................12-11
Secure Print............................................................12-11
Accessories tab ..................................................12-15
Support tab ......................................................... 12-16
®
Features in the PS printer driver (For Windows
) ........12-17
Ports tab .................................................................12-17
Device Settings tab.................................................12-18
Layout tab...............................................................12-19
Booklet (For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)
®
(For Windows
2000/XP) ...............................12-19
Paper / Quality tab..................................................12-20
Advanced Options ..................................................12-21
13
How to scan using Windows® ........................................... 13-1
Scanning a document ....................................................13-1
TWAIN compliant......................................................13-1
How to access the Scanner......................................13-2
Scanning a document into the PC............................13-3
Scanning a whole page ........................................ 13-3
PreScanning to crop a portion you want to scan.... 13-4
Settings in the Scanner window ............................... 13-6
Image Type .......................................................... 13-6
Resolution ............................................................13-6
Scan Type ............................................................13-7
Brightness ............................................................13-7
Contrast................................................................13-7
Document Size..................................................... 13-8
®
Scanning a document (For Windows
XP only) ...........13-10
WIA compliant ........................................................ 13-10
How to access the scanner ....................................13-10
Scanning a document into the PC..........................13-11
Scanning a document using the ADF................. 13-11
PreScanning to crop a portion you want to scan
using the scanner glass.................................. 13-13
Brother Scanner Utility ....................................... 13-15
Using the scan key (For USB or Parallel interface cable
users)......................................................................... 13-16
Scan to E-mail........................................................13-17
Scan to Image ........................................................13-17
Scan to OCR ..........................................................13-18
Scan to File.............................................................13-18
®
Using ScanSoft
PaperPort® and OmniPage® OCR .... 13-19
Viewing items .........................................................13-20
Organizing your items in folders .............................13-21
Quick links to other applications.............................13-21
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ScanSoft® OmniPage® OCR lets you convert
image text into text you can edit.........................13-22
You can Import items from other applications ........13-22
You can Export items in other formats.................... 13-23
Exporting an image file....................................... 13-23
®
How to Uninstall PaperPort
®
ScanSoft
OmniPage®.......................................13-24
and
14
Using the Brother Control Center for Windows® 98/98SE/Me/2000 Professional and
®
Windows NT
WS 4.0 .........................................................14-1
Brother MFL-Pro Control Center...............................14-1
AutoLoad the Brother Control Center .......................14-2
How to turn off AutoLoad..........................................14-2
Brother Control Center features......................................14-3
Auto Configuration....................................................14-3
Scan key operations.................................................14-4
Copy operations........................................................14-4
PC-Fax operation......................................................14-4
Scanner settings for Scan, Copy and
PC-Fax buttons.....................................................14-5
Global settings..........................................................14-5
Setting up the scanner configurations ...................... 14-6
Perform an operation from the Control Center
screen...................................................................14-7
Scan to File.....................................................................14-8
To access Scan to File Configurations screen .........14-8
Scanner settings .......................................................14-8
Destination folder......................................................14-9
Scan to E-mail ..............................................................14-10
To access Scan to E-mail Configurations screen ...14-10
Scanner settings ..................................................... 14-10
E-mail application ...................................................14-11
Send to Options ......................................................14-11
Scan to OCR (Word Processor) ...................................14-12
To access Scan to OCR Configurations screen .....14-12
Scanner settings ..................................................... 14-12
Word Processor......................................................14-13
Scan to Image...............................................................14-14
To access Scan to Image Configurations screen ...14-14
Scanner Settings ....................................................14-14
Target Application...................................................14-14
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Copy .............................................................................14-15
To access the Copy Configurations screen............ 14-15
Scanner settings.....................................................14-15
Number of copies ...................................................14-15
Send a fax .................................................................... 14-16
To access the Send a fax Configurations screen...14-16
Scanner settings.....................................................14-16
PC-FAX Settings ....................................................14-17
15
Using the Windows®-Based Brother SmartUI
Control Center ....................................................................15-1
Brother SmartUI Control Center .....................................15-1
AutoLoad the Brother Control Center....................... 15-2
How to turn off Auto Load.........................................15-2
Brother Control Center features .....................................15-3
Auto Configuration....................................................15-4
Hardware Section: Changing the Scan to button
configuration................................................................15-5
Scan to E-mail..........................................................15-6
Scan to File...............................................................15-7
Scan to Image ..........................................................15-8
Scan to OCR ..........................................................15-10
Software Section ..........................................................15-12
Scan .......................................................................15-13
Copy.......................................................................15-13
Fax..........................................................................15-14
Custom ................................................................... 15-14
Scan to File...................................................................15-15
Scan to E-mail ..............................................................15-17
File attachments .....................................................15-19
Scanner settings.....................................................15-20
Scan to OCR (Word Processing program) ................... 15-21
Scan to Graphics application
(example: Microsoft Paint).........................................15-23
Copy.......................................................................15-25
Fax setting (PC-Fax using the Brother Fax Driver) ...... 15-27
FAX settings...........................................................15-28
Custom: User-defined buttons......................................15-30
Customizing a user-defined button.........................15-30
1. Select the Scan Action ...................................15-30
2. Select Configuration for the Scan Type.......... 15-31
3. Select Scan Settings. .....................................15-35
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16
Using MFC Remote Setup .................................................16-1
MFC Remote Setup........................................................16-1
17
Using Brother PC-FAX software .......................................17-1
PC-FAX sending.............................................................17-1
Setting up user information.......................................17-2
Sending setup...........................................................17-3
Outside line access...................................................17-4
Include header ..........................................................17-4
Address Book file......................................................17-4
User interface ...........................................................17-5
Simple style ..........................................................17-5
Facsimile style......................................................17-5
Speed-Dial setup ............................................................17-6
The Address Book ....................................................17-7
Setting up a Member in the Address Book ...............17-8
Setting up a Group for Broadcasting ........................17-9
Editing Member information....................................17-10
Deleting a Member or Group..................................17-10
Exporting the Address Book...................................17-10
Importing to the Address Book ...............................17-12
Setting up a Cover Page.........................................17-13
You can enter information in each field .................. 17-14
Sending a file as a PC-FAX using
the Facsimile style..............................................17-15
Redial .................................................................17-16
Sending a file as a PC-FAX using the Simple style
Setting up PC-FAX receiving
(Windows Windows NT
Running PC-FAX Receiving ...................................17-18
Setting up your PC..................................................17-18
Viewing new PC-FAX messages............................17-19
Receiving a fax into the PC
(Windows
How to receive a fax automatically .........................17-20
How to view the received faxes..............................17-25
®
98/98SE/Me/2000 Professional and
®
WS 4.0 only).......................................17-18
®
XP only)...................................................17-20
...17-16
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Using your MFC with a Macintosh® ..................................18-1
Setting up your USB-equipped Apple Using the Brother printer driver with your Apple
Macintosh Using the Brother Printer Driver with Your Apple Macintosh
®
(Mac OS® 8.6-9.2)....................................18-2
®
(Mac OS® X)................................................18-5
®
Macintosh® .......18-1
®
®
Choosing page setup options ................................... 18-5
Specific settings........................................................18-6
®
Using the PS driver with your Apple
®
For Mac OS For Mac OS
8.6 to 9.2 users ..................................18-8
®
X users.............................................18-12
Sending a fax from your Macintosh
®
For Mac OS For Mac OS
8.6-9.2 users ....................................18-15
®
X users.............................................18-17
Drag a vCard from the Mac OS
Macintosh®..........18-8
®
application..........18-15
®
X Address Book
application ......................................................18-19
Using the Brother TWAIN scanner driver with
®
your Macintosh
........................................................18-21
Accessing the scanner ...........................................18-21
®
Scanning an image into your Macintosh
...............18-22
Scanning a whole page ...................................... 18-22
PreScanning an image...........................................18-23
Settings in the Scanner window ............................. 18-24
Image .................................................................18-24
Scanning Area .................................................... 18-26
Business Card Size ............................................18-26
Adjusting the Image............................................18-27
®
Using Presto!
PageManager®.....................................18-28
Highlights................................................................18-28
System requirements.............................................. 18-29
Technical Support................................................... 18-29
®
MFC Remote Setup (Mac OS
X) ................................ 18-30
19
20
Network Scanning
®
(Windows
98/98SE/Me/2000 Professional and
XP only) .............................................................................. 19-1
Network License.......................................................19-1
Registering your PC with the MFC...........................19-1
Using the Scan key.........................................................19-4
Scan to E-mail (PC).................................................. 19-4
Scan to E-mail (E-mail server)..................................19-5
Scan to Image ..........................................................19-6
Scan to OCR ............................................................19-7
Scan to File...............................................................19-8
Brother Network PC-FAX software ..................................20-1
Enable Network PC-FAX..........................................20-1
Sending setup ...................................................... 20-1
Extra options in Address Book .............................20-3
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Installing Network PC-FAX .......................................20-4
Windows
Using the Brother Network PC-FAX software...........20-5
Quick Tips:............................................................20-5
Sending a Network PC-FAX from your Macintosh
application ............................................................20-6
For Mac OS For Mac OS
®
98/98SE and Me users........................20-4
®
®
8.6-9.2 users ..................................20-6
®
X users ...........................................20-6
21
22
Important information ........................................................21-1
Standard telephone and FCC Notices
These notices are in effect on models sold and
used only in the United States..............................21-1
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Declaration of Conformity (USA only)...................21-3
Important ..............................................................21-4
Important – about the interface cable ...................21-4
Industry Canada Compliance Statement
(Canada only) .......................................................21-4
International E
Statement .............................................................21-4
Laser safety..............................................................21-4
FDA regulations........................................................21-5
Important safety instructions...........................................21-6
Trademarks.....................................................................21-8
Troubleshooting and routine maintenance .....................22-1
Troubleshooting ............................................................. 22-1
Error messages ........................................................22-1
Original jams.............................................................22-4
Original is jammed in the top of the ADF unit. ......22-4
Original is jammed inside the ADF unit. ...............22-5
Paper jams................................................................22-6
Paper is jammed in the duplex tray
(For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN).............22-11
If you are having difficulty with your MFC............... 22-13
Improving the print quality.......................................22-18
Packing and shipping the MFC.....................................22-22
Routine maintenance....................................................22-25
Cleaning the scanner.............................................. 22-25
Cleaning the printer ................................................ 22-26
Cleaning the drum unit............................................22-27
Replacing the toner cartridge.................................. 22-28
How to replace the toner cartridge.......................... 22-29
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®
Compliance
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Replacing the drum unit..........................................22-34
Checking the drum life............................................22-37
Page Counter ......................................................... 22-37
23
G
S
Optional accessories ......................................................... 23-1
Memory board ................................................................ 23-1
Installing the optional memory board........................23-2
Network (LAN) board......................................................23-4
Before starting installation........................................23-5
Step 1: Hardware installation....................................23-5
Step 2: Connecting the NC-9100h to an Unshielded
Twisted Pair 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Ethernet
Network ................................................................23-8
LED ...................................................................... 23-8
TEST SWITCH..................................................... 23-9
Paper Tray #2...........................................................23-9
Glossary .............................................................................. G-1
Specifications ......................................................................S-1
Product description...........................................................S-1
General.............................................................................S-1
Print media .......................................................................S-2
Copy .................................................................................S-2
Fax....................................................................................S-3
Scanner ............................................................................S-4
Printer ...............................................................................S-5
Interfaces..........................................................................S-5
Computer requirements....................................................S-6
Consumable items............................................................S-7
Network (LAN) board (NC-9100h) ....................................S-8
Optional External Wireless Print/Scan Server
(NC-2200w) ...................................................................S-9
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Index ......................................................................................I-1
Remote Retrieval Access card .......................................... R-1
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1

Introduction

Using this Guide

Thank you for buying a Brother Multi-Function Center (MFC). Your MFC-8440, MFC-8840D or MFC-8840DN is simple to use, with LCD screen instructions to guide you through programming it. You can make the most of your MFC by taking a few minutes to read this Guide.

Finding information

All the chapter headings and subheadings are listed in the Table of Contents. You will be able to find information about a specific feature or operation by checking the Index at the back of this Guide.

Symbols used in this Guide

Throughout this Guide you’ll see special symbols alerting you to important warnings, notes and actions. To make things clearer and to help you press the correct keys, we used special fonts and added some of the messages that will appear in the LCD.
Bold
Italics Italicized typeface emphasizes an important point
Courier New
Warnings inform you what to do to avoid possible personal injury.
Cautions specify procedures you must follow or avoid to prevent possible damage to the machine.
Notes tell you how you should respond to a situation that may arise or give tips about how the current operation works with other features.
Improper Setup alerts you to devices and operations that are not compatible with the MFC.
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Bold typeface identifies specific keys on the MFC control panel.
or refers you to a related topic. Courier New typeface identifies the messages on
the LCD of the MFC.

Fax Test Sheet and Product Registration (USA only)

After setting your Station ID, please fill in the Test Sheet included with your MFC and fax it to Brother’s Automated Fax Response System as your first transmission. This will check that your MFC is working properly.
To get a response, you must have set up your Station ID.
Setting the Station ID
(See
In USA Only: 1-877-268-9575
When your Test Sheet is received, a Confirmation Sheet and Product Registration form will be sent back to your MFC.
Please fill in the form and return it to complete your registration.
on page 4-2.)

On-Line Registration (USA and Canada)

1
Insert the MFL-Pro Suite CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2
Click Online Registration to register your product.
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MFC part names and operations

Front view
5 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)
4 Control Panel
3
Face-down Output Tray
Support Flap with Extension
2 Front Cover Release Button
1 (MFC-8440) Manual Feed Tray
(MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN) Multi-purpose Tray (MP Tray)
11 Paper Tray (Tray #1)
No.
Name Description
1 (MFC-8440) Manual Feed Tray
Load paper here.
6 ADF Document Support
Extension
7 ADF Document
Output Support Flap
8 Document Cover
9 Power Switch
10 Front Cover
(MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN) Multi-purpose Tray (MP Tray)
2 Front Cover Release Button Press it to open the front cover. 3 Face-down Output Tray Support Flap
with Extension (Support Flap)
Unfold it to prevent the printed paper from sliding off the MFC.
4 Control Panel Use the keys and display to control
the MFC.
5 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) Use the ADF unit for multiple page
originals.
6 ADF Document Support Extension Place the original here to use the
ADF unit.
7 ADF Document Output Support Flap Unfold to prevent the scanned pages
from sliding off the MFC.
8 Document Cover Open to place the original on the
scanner glass.
9 Power Switch Switch it on or off.
10 Front Cover Open to install a toner cartridge or
drum unit.
11 Paper Tray (Tray #1) Load paper here.
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Back view
16 ADF Cover
15 Face-up Output Tray
(Back Output Tray)
14 AC Power Connector
13 Duplex Tray
(MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)
12 Paper Adjustment Lever
for Duplex Printing
(MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)
No.
Name Description
12 Paper Adjustment Lever for
Duplex Printing
Use to match your paper size for duplex printing.
20 External Telephone
Line Jack
17 Telephone Line Jack
18 USB Interface
Connector
19 Parallel Interface
Connector
(MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)
13 Duplex Tray
(MFC-8840D and
Slide out to remove paper jammed inside the MFC.
MFC-8840DN)
14 AC Power Connector Connect the AC Power Connector here. 15 Face-up Output Tray
(Back Output Tray)
Open it when thicker paper is placed in the MP tray or Manual feed tray.
16 ADF Cover Open to remove paper jammed inside the
ADF unit.
17 Telephone Line Jack Plug the line cord supplied with the
MFC
here.
18 USB Interface Connector Connect the USB Cable here. 19 Parallel Interface Connector Connect the Parallel Cable here. 20 External Telephone Line Jack Plug in the modular plug on the external
telephone line here.
into
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Inside view (Document cover open)
24 Document Cover
23 Scanner Lock Lever
22 Glass Strip
21 Document
Guidelines
No.
Name Description
25 White Film
26 Scanner Glass
21 Document Guidelines Use to center the original on the scanner glass. 22 Glass Strip This is used to scan the original when using the
ADF.
23 Scanner Lock Lever Use to lock/unlock the scanner when relocating the
MFC.
24 Document Cover Open to place the original on the scanner glass. 25 White Film Clean it for good quality copying and scanning. 26 Scanner Glass Place the original to be scanned here.
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Control panel overview

MFC-8440, MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN have similar control panel keys.
11
10
9
5 8
41 3
12
6
7
2
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1
Shift
1
To access memory locations 21 through 40 in the One-Touch keys hold down the Shift key.
One-Touch keys
2
These 20 keys give you instant access to 40 previously stored dial numbers.
Print keys:
3
Secure
Lets you print out data saved in memory by entering your four-digit password.
Job cancel
Clears data from the printer memory.
42 3 5
4
5
Status LED
(Light-Emitting Diode)
The LED will flash and change color depending on the MFC status.
5-Line Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Displays messages on the screen to help you to set up and use your MFC.
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Mode keys:
6
Fax
Lets you access Fax mode.
Copy
Lets you access Copy mode.
Scan
Lets you access Scan mode.
Fax and telephone keys:
7
Hook
Press before dialing if you want to make sure a fax machine will answer, and then press Start.
Resolution
Sets the resolution when you send a fax.
Search/Speed Dial
Lets you look up numbers that are stored in the dialing memory. It also lets you dial stored numbers by pressing number.
Redial/Pause
Redials the last number you called. It also inserts a pause in auto dial numbers.
#
and a three-digit
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8
9
10
11
12
Navigation keys:
8
Menu
Lets you access the Menu to program.
Set
Lets you store your settings in the MFC.
Clear/Back
Deletes entered data or lets you exit the menu by pressing repeatedly.
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or
Press to scroll forward or backward to a menu selection.
When using the speaker or ring, you can press these keys to adjust the volume in fax mode.
or
Press to scroll through the menus and options.
Also, you can use these keys to do a numerial search for the names of stored numbers in fax mode.
Copy keys
9
(Temporary settings):
Enlarge/Reduce
Lets you reduce or enlarge copies depending upon the ratio you select.
Contrast
Lets you make a copy that is lighter or darker than the original.
Quality
Lets you select the copy quality for your type of original.
Tray Select
You can select which tray you would like to use for the next copy.
Sort
Lets you sort multiple copies using the ADF.
N in 1 (For MFC-8440) N in 1 lets you copy 2 or 4 pages
onto one page. Duplex/N in 1 (For MFC-8840D and
MFC-8840DN) You can choose Duplex to copy on
both sides of the paper or N in 1 to copy 2 or 4 pages onto one page.
Dial Pad
0
Use these keys to dial telephone and fax numbers and as a keyboard for entering information into the MFC.
The # key lets you temporarily switch the dialing mode during a telephone call from Pulse to Tone.
A
B
Stop/Exit
Stops a fax, copy and scan operation or exits from the menu.
Start
Lets you start sending faxes, making copies or scanning.
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Status LED indications

The Status LED (Light Emitting Diode) will flash and change color depending on the MFC status.
The LED indications shown in the table below are used in the illustrations in this chapter.
LED LED status
LED is off.
LED is on.
Green Yellow Red
LED is blinking.
Green Yellow Red
LED MFC status Description
Sleep Mode The power switch is off or the MFC is in Sleep
mode.
Warming Up The MFC is warming up for printing.
Green
Ready The MFC is ready to print.
Green
Receiving Data The MFC is either receiving data from the
computer, processing data in memory or
Yellow
Data Remaining in Memory
Yellow
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printing data.
Print data remains in the MFC memory.
LED MFC status Description
Service error Follow the steps below.
1. Turn off the power switch.
2. Wait a few seconds, and then turn it back on and try to print again.
If you cannot clear the error and see the same
Red
Cover open The cover is open. Close the cover. (See Error
Toner empty Replace the toner cartridge with a new one.
Paper error Put paper in the tray or clear the paper jam.
Red
Scan lock Check that the scanner lock lever is released.
Others Check the LCD message. (See Troubleshooting
Out of memory Memory is full. (See Error messages on page
service call indication after turning the MFC back on, please call Brother Customer Service at: 1-800-284-4329 (in USA) or 1-877-BROTHER (in Canada).
messages on page 22-1.)
(See Replacing the toner cartridge on page 22-28.)
Check the LCD message. (See Troubleshooting on page 22-1.)
(See Scanner Lock Lever on page 1-5.)
on page 22-1.)
22-1.)
When the power switch is off or the MFC is in Sleep mode, the LED is off.
INTRODUCTION 1 - 12

About fax machines

Custom features

Do you have Voice Mail on the phone line?
If you have Voice Mail on the phone line where you will install your new MFC, there is a strong possibility that Voice Mail and the MFC may conflict with each other while receiving incoming calls.
Why should there be problems?
Since both the MFC and Voice Mail will pick up the call, after the number of rings you have set, each of them has the ability to keep the other from receiving calls.
For example, if your Voice Mail is set to answer after two rings and your MFC is set to answer after four, your Voice Mail will stop your MFC from receiving faxes.
If you set Voice Mail and the Brother MFC to answer after the same number of rings, there is no way of knowing which one will answer first. It is important to remember that neither Voice Mail nor the MFC can pass the call back to the other after the call has been answered.
How can you avoid possible problems?
A very good way to avoid problems like the one mentioned, is to get a second phone number on your present phone line
Many people with Voice Mail choose an alternative service, which is called “Distinctive Ring”, and they are very satisfied with it. (See
Distinctive Ring
Another way to avoid possible problems is to replace your Voice Mail with an answering machine. Your Brother MFC is designed to work with an answering machine or TAD (telephone answering device).
Connecting an external telephone answering device (TAD)
(See page 1-16.)
on page 5-11.)
.
on
1 - 13 INTRODUCTION

Fax tones and handshake

When someone is sending a fax, the MFC sends fax calling tones (CNG tones). These are quiet, intermittent beeps every 4-seconds. You’ll hear them after you dial and press for about 60 seconds after dialing. During that time, the sending machine must begin the “handshake”, or connection, with the receiving machine.
Each time you use automatic procedures to send a fax, you are sending CNG tones over the phone line. You’ll soon learn to listen for these quiet beeps each time you answer a phone on your fax line, so you will know if you are receiving a fax message.
The receiving fax responds with fax receiving tones, which are loud, chirping sounds. A receiving fax chirps for about 40 seconds over the phone line, and the LCD shows
If your MFC is set to the automatically with fax receiving tones. If the other person hangs up, your MFC will continue to send the “chirps” for about 40 seconds, and the LCD continues to show
Stop/Exit
press The fax ‘handshake’ is the time in which the sending machine’s CNG
tones and the receiving machines “chirps” overlap. This must be for at least 2 to 4 seconds, so both machines can understand how each is sending and receiving the fax. The handshake cannot begin until the call is answered, and the CNG tones only last for about 60 seconds after the number is dialed. So it is important for the receiving machine to answer the call in as few rings as possible.
.
Fax Only
Receiving
Receiving
Start
and they will continue
.
mode, it will answer every call
. To cancel receiving,
When you have an external Telephone Answering Device (TAD) on your fax line, your TAD will decide the number of rings before the call is answered. Pay special attention to the directions for connecting a TAD in this chapter. (See
device (TAD)
Connecting an external telephone answering
on page 1-16.)
INTRODUCTION 1 - 14

ECM (Error Correction Mode)

The Error Correction Mode (ECM) is a way for the MFC to check a fax transmission while it is in progress. If the MFC detects errors during fax transmission, if resends the pages of the fax that had an error. ECM transmissions are only possible between fax machines that both have this feature. If they do, you may send and receive fax messages that are continuously being checked by the MFC.
Your MFC must have enough memory for this feature to work.

Connecting the MFC

Connecting an external telephone

Although your MFC does not have a handset, you can connect a separate telephone (or telephone answering device) directly to your MFC as shown in the diagram below.
Connect the modular plug on the telephone’s line cord to the jack labeled EXT. in the back of the MFC.
Whenever this phone (or TAD) is in use, the LCD shows
Telephone
1 - 15 INTRODUCTION
.

Connecting an external telephone answering device (TAD)

Sequence
You may choose to connect an answering device. However, when you have an external TAD on the same telephone line as the MFC, the TAD answers all calls and the MFC “listens” for fax calling (CNG) tones. If it hears them, the MFC takes over the call and receives the fax. If it doesn’t hear CNG tones, the MFC lets the TAD continue playing your outgoing message so your caller can leave you a voice message.
The TAD must answer within four rings (the recommended setting is two rings). The MFC cannot hear CNG tones until the TAD has answered the call, and with four rings there are only 8 to 10 seconds of CNG tones left for the fax “handshake”. Make sure you carefully follow the instructions in this guide for recording your outgoing message. We do not recommend using the toll saver feature on your external answering machine if it exceeds five rings.
If you do not receive all your faxes, reduce the Ring Delay setting on your external TAD.
If You Subscribe to your Telephone Company’s Distinctive Ring Service:
You may connect an external TAD to a separate wall jack only if you subscribe to your telephone company’s Distinctive Ring service, have registered the distinctive ring pattern on your MFC, and use that number as a fax number. The recommended setting is four rings on the external TAD when you have the telephone company’s Distinctive Ring Service.
If You Do Not Subscribe to Distinctive Ring Service:
You must plug your TAD into the EXT. jack of your MFC. If your TAD is plugged into a wall jack, both your MFC and the TAD will try to control the phone line. (See illustration on the next page.)
INTRODUCTION 1 - 16
Do not connect a TAD elsewhere on the same phone line (unless you have the Distinctive Ring service).
TAD
TAD
1 - 17 INTRODUCTION
Connections
The external TAD must be plugged into the back of the MFC, into the jack labeled EXT. Your MFC cannot work properly if you plug the TAD into a wall jack (unless you are using Distinctive Ring).
1
Plug the telephone line cord from the wall jack into the back of the MFC, in the jack labeled LINE.
2
Plug the telephone line cord from your external TAD into the back of the MFC, in the jack labeled EXT. (Make sure this cord is connected to the TAD at the TAD’s telephone line jack, and not its telephone jack.)
3
Set your external TAD to four rings or less. (The MFC’s Ring Delay setting does not apply.)
4
Record the outgoing message on your external TAD.
5
Set the TAD to answer calls.
6
Set the Receive Mode to (See Choosing the Receive Mode on page 5-1.)
Recording outgoing message (OGM) on an external TAD
Timing is important in recording this message. The message sets up the ways to handle both manual and automatic fax reception.
1
Record 5 seconds of silence at the beginning of your message. (This allows your MFC time to listen for the fax CNG tones of automatic transmissions before they stop.)
2
Limit your speaking to 20 seconds.
3
End your 20-second message by giving your Fax Receive Code for people sending manual faxes. For example:
“After the beep, leave a message or send a fax by pressing
51 and Start.”
We recommend beginning your OGM with an initial 5-second silence because the MFC cannot hear fax tones over a resonant or loud voice. You may try omitting this pause, but if your MFC has trouble receiving, then you must rerecord the OGM to include it.
External TAD
.
INTRODUCTION 1 - 18

Special line considerations

Roll-over phone lines
A roll-over phone system is a group of two or more separate telephone lines that pass incoming calls to each other if they are busy. The calls are usually passed down or “rolled over” to the next available phone line in a preset order.
Your MFC can work in a roll-over system as long as it is the last number in the sequence, so the call cannot roll away. Do not put the MFC on any of the other numbers; when the other lines are busy and a second fax call is received, the fax call would be transferred to a line that does not have a fax machine. Your MFC will work best on
a dedicated line.
Two-line phone system
A two-line phone system is nothing more than two separate phone numbers on the same wall outlet. The two phone numbers can be on separate jacks (RJ11) or combined into one jack (RJ14). Your MFC must be plugged into an RJ11 jack. RJ11 and RJ14 jacks may be equal in size and appearance and both may contain four wires (black, red, green, yellow). To test the type of jack, plug in a two-line phone and see if it can access both lines. If it can, you must separate the line for your MFC. (See
Easy Receive
on page 5-4.)
1 - 19 INTRODUCTION
Converting telephone wall outlets
There are three ways to convert to an RJ11 jack. The first two ways may require assistance from the telephone company. You can change the wall outlets from one RJ14 jack to two RJ11 jacks. Or, you can have an RJ11 wall outlet installed and slave or jump one of the phone numbers to it.
The third way is the easiest: Buy a triplex adapter. You can plug a triplex adapter into an RJ14 outlet. It separates the wires into two separate RJ11 jacks (Line 1, Line 2) and a third RJ14 jack (Lines 1 and 2). If your MFC is on Line 1, plug the MFC into L1 of the triplex adapter. If your MFC is on Line 2, plug it into L2 of the triple adapter.
Triplex Adapter
RJ14
RJ11
RJ14
INTRODUCTION 1 - 20
Installing MFC, external two-line tad and two-line telephone
When you are installing an external two-line telephone answering device (TAD) and a two-line telephone, your MFC must be isolated on one line at both the wall jack and at the TAD. The most common connection is to put the MFC on Line 2, which is explained in the following steps. The back of the two-line TAD must have two telephone jacks: one labeled L1 or L1/L2, and the other labeled L2. You will need at least three telephone line cords, the one that came with your MFC and two for your external two-line TAD. You will need a fourth line cord if you add a two-line telephone.
1
Place the two-line TAD and the two-line telephone next to your MFC.
2
Plug one end of the telephone line cord for your MFC into the L2 jack of the triplex adapter. Plug the other end into the LINE jack on the back of the MFC.
3
Plug one end of the first telephone line cord for your TAD into the L1 jack of the triplex adapter. Plug the other end into the L1 or L1/L2 jack of the two-line TAD.
4
Plug one end of the second telephone line cord for your TAD into the L2 jack of the two-line TAD. Plug the other end into the EXT. jack on the left side of the MFC.
Triplex Adapter
External Two Line TAD MFC
You can keep two-line telephones on other wall outlets as always. There are two ways to add a two-line telephone to the MFC’s wall outlet. You can plug the telephone line cord from the two-line telephone into the L1+L2 jack of the triplex adapter. Or, you can plug the two-line telephone into the TEL jack of the two-line TAD.
1 - 21 INTRODUCTION
Two Line Phone

Multi-line connections (PBX)

Most offices use a central telephone system. While it is often relatively simple to connect the MFC to a key system or a PBX (Private Branch Exchange), we suggest that you contact the company that installed your telephone system and ask them to connect the MFC for you. It is advisable to have a separate line for the MFC. You can then leave the Receive Mode set to FAX Only to receive faxes any time of the day or night.
If the MFC is to be connected to a multi-line system, ask your installer to connect the unit to the last line on the system. This prevents the unit from being activated each time a telephone call is received.
As with all fax units, this MFC must be connected to a two wire system. If your line has more than two wires, proper connection of the MFC cannot be made.
If you are installing the MFC to work with a PBX
1
It is not guaranteed that the unit will operate correctly under all circumstances with a PBX. Any cases of difficulty should be reported first to the company that handles your PBX.
2
If all incoming calls will be answered by a switchboard operator, it is recommended that the Receive Mode be set to incoming calls should initially be regarded as telephone calls.
Manual
. All

Custom features on your phone line

If you have Voice Mail, Call Waiting, Call Waiting/Caller ID, RingMaster, an answering service, an alarm system or other custom feature on one phone line it may create a problem with the operation of your MFC. (See
features on a single line.
Custom features
on page 1-13 and
on page 22-14.)
INTRODUCTION 1 - 22
Custom
2

Paper

About paper

Type and size of paper

The MFC loads paper from the installed paper tray, manual feed tray, multi-purpose tray or optional lower tray.
Tray Type Model name
Paper tray (Tray #1) MFC-8440, MFC-8840D and
MFC-8840DN Manual feed tray MFC-8440 Multi-purpose tray (MP tray) MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN Optional lower tray (Tray #2) Option for MFC-8440, MFC-8840D and
MFC-8840DN

Recommended paper

Plain Paper: Xerox 4200DP 20 lb
Hammermill Laser Paper 24 lb Transparency: 3M CG 3300 Labels: Avery laser label #
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5160
Before you buy a large amount of paper, please test some to make sure that the paper is suitable.
Use paper that is made for plain-paper copying.
Use paper that is 75 to 90 g/m2 (20 to 24 lb).
Use neutral paper. Do not use acidic or alkaline paper.
Use long-grain paper.
Use paper with a moisture content of approximately 5%.
Caution
Do not use ink jet paper. It may cause a paper jam and damage your MFC.
The output quality depends on the paper type and paper brand. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com recommendations for paper that can be used with the MFC-8440, MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN.
and check the latest

Choosing acceptable paper

We recommend that you test paper (especially special sizes and types of paper) on the MFC before purchasing large quantities.
Avoid feeding label sheets that are partly used or your MFC will be damaged.
Avoid using coated paper, such as vinyl coated paper.
Avoid using preprinted or highly textured paper, or paper with an embossed letterhead.
For optimum printing, use a recommended type of paper, especially for plain paper and transparencies. For more information on paper specifications, call your nearest authorized sales representative or the place where you purchased your MFC.
Use label or transparencies that are designed for use in printers.
For the best print quality, we recommend using long-grained paper.
If you are using special paper and the paper has problems feeding from the paper tray, try again using the manual feed tray or multi-purpose tray.
You can use recycled paper in this MFC.
laser
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Paper capacity of the paper trays

Paper size Number of sheets
Multi-purpose tray (MP tray)
(MFC-8840D and
MFC-8840DN)
Manual feed tray (MFC-8440)
Paper tray (Tray #1) A4, Letter, Legal, B5 (ISO),
Optional lower tray (Tray #2)
Duplex printing (MFC-8840D and
MFC-8840DN)
Width: 69.8 to 220 mm (2.75 to 8.66 in.)
Height: 116 to 406.4 mm (4.57 to 16.0 in.)
Width: 69.8 to 220 mm (2.75 to 8.66 in.)
Height: 116 to 406.4 mm (4.57 to 16.0 in.)
B5 (JIS), Executive, A5, A6, B6 (ISO)
A4, Letter, Legal, B5 (ISO), B5 (JIS), Executive, A5, B6 (ISO)
A4, Letter, Legal
50 sheets (80 g/m
2
or 20 lb)
Single sheet
250 sheets (80 g/m
250 sheets (80 g/m
2
or 20 lb)
2
or 20 lb)
2 - 3 PAPER

Paper specifications for each paper tray

Model MFC-8440 MFC-8840D and
MFC-8840DN
Paper types
Paper weights
Paper sizes
Multi­purpose tray
Manual feed tray
N/A Plain paper, Bond paper,
Plain paper, Bond paper,
Recycled paper, Envelope Transparency
N/A
*1
, Labels*2, and
*2
Recycled paper, Envelope, Labels, and
Transparency Paper tray Plain paper, Recycled paper, and Transparency Optional
Plain paper, Recycled paper, and Transparency Lower tray
Multi-
N/A 60 to 161 g/m
2
(16 to 43 lb) purpose tray
Manual
60 to 161 g/m
2
(16 to 43 lb) N/A
feed tray Paper tray 60 to 105 g/m Optional
60 to 105 g/m
2
(16 to 28 lb)
2
(16 to 28 lb)
Lower tray Multi-
purpose tray
N/A Width: 69.8 to 220 mm
(2.75 to 8.66 in.) Height: 116 to 406.4 mm (4.57 to 16.0 in.)
Manual feed tray
Width: 69.8 to 220 mm (2.75 to 8.66 in.)
N/A
Height: 116 to 406.4 mm (4.57 to 16.0 in.)
Paper tray A4, Letter, Legal, B5 (ISO), B5 (JIS), Executive, A5, A6,
B6 (ISO)
Optional Lower Tray
A4, Letter, Legal, B5 (ISO), B5 (JIS), Executive, A5, B6 (ISO)
*2
*2
*1 Up to 3 envelopes *2 Up to 10 sheets
When printing transparencies, remove each one from the face-down output tray after it exits the MFC.
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How to load paper

To load paper or other media in the paper tray
1
Pull the paper tray completely out of the MFC.
2
While pressing the paper guide release lever, slide the adjusters to fit the paper size.
Check that the guides are firmly in the slots.
For Legal size paper, press the universal guide release button and pull out the back of the paper tray.
Universal Guide Release Button
2 - 5 PAPER
3
Fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams and misfeeds.
4
Put paper in the paper tray. Check that the paper is flat in the tray, below the maximum
paper mark, and that the paper guide is flush against the paper stack.
Up to here.
5
Put the paper tray firmly back in the MFC and unfold the support flap before you use the MFC.
Support Flap with Extension
When you put paper in the paper tray, please remember the following:
The side to be printed on must be face down.
Put the leading edge (top of the paper) in first and push it gently into the tray.
To copy or receive faxes on Legal size paper, unfold the support flap extension, too.
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To load paper or other media in the manual feed tray (For MFC-8440)
When printing envelopes and labels you should only use the manual feed tray.
1
Open the manual feed tray. Slide the paper guides to fit the paper size.
2
Using both hands put paper in the manual feed tray until the front edge of the paper touches the paper feed roller. Hold the paper in this position until the MFC automatically feeds the paper in for a short distance, and then let go of the paper.
When you put paper in the manual feed tray, please remember the following:
The side to be printed on must be face up.
Put the leading edge (top of the paper) in first and push it gently into the tray.
Make sure that the paper is straight and in the proper position on the manual feed tray. If it is not, the paper may not be fed properly, resulting in a skewed printout or a paper jam.
Do not put more than one sheet of paper or envelope in the manual feed tray at any one time, or it may cause a jam.
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To load paper or other media in the multi-purpose tray (MP tray) (For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)
When printing envelopes and labels you should only use the multi-purpose tray.
1
Open the MP tray and lower it gently.
2
Pull out and unfold the MP tray support flap.
MP tray support flap
3
When loading paper in the MP tray, make sure it touches the back of the tray.
Make sure that the paper is straight and in the proper position on the MP tray. If it is not, the paper may not be fed properly, resulting in a skewed printout or a paper jam.
PAPER 2 - 8
You can place up to 3 envelopes or up to 50 sheets of 80 g/m2 or 20 lb paper in the MP tray.
4
While pressing the paper-guide release lever, slide the paper guide to fit the paper size.
When you put paper in the MP tray, please remember the following:
The side to be printed on must be face up.
During printing, the inside tray rises to feed paper into the MFC.
Put the leading edge (top of the paper) in first and push it gently into the tray.
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To use Automatic Duplexing for fax, copy and print operations (For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)

If you want to print on both sides of the paper using the Duplex feature for fax, copy or print, you will need to set the Paper Adjustment Lever to the size of paper you are using.
This feature is available for A4, Letter or Legal size paper. (See
Setting Duplex printing for Fax mode (For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN) on page 5-10, Duplex/N in 1 on page 10-11 and Two-sided printing (Duplex Printing) on page 11-3.)
1
Load paper in the Paper Tray or Multi-purpose Tray.
2
Set the Paper Adjustment Lever for Duplex Printing, in the back of the MFC, to match your paper size.
Letter/Legal
A4
3
Your MFC is now ready to print two-sided pages.
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3

On-screen programming

User-friendly programming

Your MFC is designed to be easy to use with LCD on-screen programming using the navigation keys. User-friendly programming helps you take full advantage of all the menu selections your MFC has to offer.
Since your programming is done on the LCD, we have created step-by-step on-screen instructions to help you program your MFC. All you need to do is follow the instructions as they guide you through the menu selections and programming options.

Menu table

You can probably program your MFC without the User’s Guide. But to help you understand the menu selections and options that are found in the MFC programs, use the Menu table on page 3-4.
You can program your MFC by pressing menu numbers. For example to set Press Press
Menu, 2, 2, 2 Set
.
Fax Resolution
and or to select
Menu
Fine
to
followed by the
:
Fine
.

Memory Storage

If there is a power failure, you will not lose your menu settings because they are stored permanently. Temporary settings (such as Contrast, Overseas Mode, and so on) will be lost. You may also have to reset the date and time.
3 - 1 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING

Navigation keys

*Access the menu *Go to the next menu level *Accept an option *Exit the menu by pressing
repeatedly
*Go back to the previous
menu level
*Scroll through the current
menu level
*Go back to the previous
menu level
*Go forward to the next
menu level
*Exit the menu
You can access the menu mode by pressing
Menu
. When you enter the menu, the LCD scrolls. Press —OR— Press —OR— Press
1
for General Setup menu
2
for Fax menu
3
for Copy menu
1.General Setup
2.Fax
3.Copy
4.Printer
▲▼
Select
& Set
OR— Press —OR— Press —OR— Press
4
for Printer menu
5
for Print Reports menu
6
for LAN menu
4.Printer
5.Print Reports
6.LAN
0.Initial Setup
▲▼
Select
& Set
(Only for MFC-8840DN or if the optional LAN board (NC-9100h) is installed.) —OR
Press
0
for Initial Setup menu —OR— You can scroll more quickly through each menu level by pressing the
arrow for the direction you want: or .
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 2
Then set an option by pressing
Set
when that option appears on the
LCD. The LCD will then show the next menu level. Press or to scroll to your next menu selection. Press When you finish setting an option, the LCD shows
Set
.
Accepted
Use to scroll backward if you passed your choices or want to save keystrokes. The current setting is always the option with “ ”.
.
3 - 3 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING
To access the menu, press
Menu
.
to accept
Main Menu Submenu Menu
1.
General
Setup
1.Mode Timer 0 Sec
2.Paper Type 1.MP Tray
3.Paper Size 1.Tray #1
Selections
(MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)
2.Tray # 1 (This menu only appears if you have the optional tray #2)
3.Tray # 2 (option)
(This menu only appears if you have the optional tray #2)
2.Tray # 2 (option)
to exit
Options Descriptions Page
30 Secs 1 Min
2 Mins
5 Mins Off
Thin
Plain
Thick Thicker Transparency
Thin
Plain
Thick Thicker Transparency
Thin
Plain
Thick Thicker Transparency
A4
Letter
Legal Executive A5 A6 B5 B6
A4
Letter
Legal Executive A5 B5 B6
Sets how long the MFC will stay in Copy or Scan mode before return ing to Fax mode.
Sets the type of paper in the Multi-purpose tray.
Sets the type of paper in paper tray#1.
Sets the type of paper in paper tray#2.
Sets the size of paper in paper tray#1.
Sets the size of paper in paper tray#2.
4-5
4-5
4-5
4-5
4-6
4-6
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 4
to accept
Main Menu Submenu Menu
1.
General
4.Volume 1 .Ring High
Selections
Setup
(Continued)
2.Beeper High
3.Speake r Hig h
5.Auto Daylig ht
On
6.Ecology 1.Toner Sa ve On
2.Sleep Ti me Conserves power. 4-10
7. Tray
Tra y#1 Only
Use:Co py
(For MFC-8440, this menu doesn't appear.) (If you have the optional tray #2, see page 3-15)
8. Tray Use:Fa x
(This setting only appears if you have the optional tray #2, see page 3-15.)
7.LCD Contra st
(MFC-8440)
8.LCD Contra st
(MFC-8840D/ 8840DN)
9.LCD Contra st
(With optional tray #2)
Selects the tray that
—- +
to exit
Options Descriptions Page
Med
Low Off
Med
Low Off
Med
Low Off
Off
Off
MP Only
Auto
- +
- +
- +
- +
Adjusts the ring volume.
Adjusts the volume level of the beeper.
Adjusts the speaker volume.
Changes for Daylight Savings Time automatically.
Increases the life of the toner cartridge.
Selects the tray that will be used for Copy mode.
will be used for Fax mode.
Adjusts the contrast of the LCD.
4-8
4-8
4-9
4-9
4-9
4-11
4-12
4-12
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
3 - 5 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING
to accept
Main Menu Submenu Menu
2.Fax 1.
Setup
Receiv e
(In Fax mode only)
2.
Setup
Send
(In Fax mode only)
Selections
1.Ring D elay 04
2.F/T Ring Time
3.Easy Receive
4.Remote Code
5.Auto Reduct ion
6.Print Density
7.Pollin g RX On
8.Duplex
(MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)
1.Contra st Auto
2.Fax Resolu tion
to exit
Options Descriptions Page
03 02 01 00
70 40 30
20
On
Off
On
( 51, #51)
Off
On
Off
- +
- +
- +
- +
- +
Off
On
Off
Light Dark
Standard
Fine S. Fine Photo
Sets the number of rings before the MFC answers in FAX or FAX/TEL mode.
Sets the pseudo/double-ring time in FAX/TEL mode.
Receives fax messages without pressing the Start key.
You can answer all calls at an extension or external phone and use codes t o turn the MFC on or off. You can personalize these codes.
Reduces the size of incoming faxes.
Makes printout s darker or lighter.
Sets up your MFC to poll another fax machine.
Prints received faxes on both sides of the paper.
Changes the lightness or darkness of faxes you send.
Sets the default resolution for outgoing faxes.
5-2
5-3
5-4
5-8
5-5
5-6
5-9
5-10
6-6
6-7
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 6
to accept
Main Menu Submenu Menu
2.Fax (Continued)
2.Setup Send
(Continued)
(In Fax mode
only)
3.Set Auto
Dial
Selections
3.Delayed Fax
4.Batch TX On
5.Real Time TXOff
6.Polled TX On
7.Coverpg Setup
8.Coverpage Msg
9.Overseas Mode
0.Glass Fax Size
1.One-Touch Dial
2.Speed-Dial Stores Speed-Dial
to exit
Options Descriptions Page
Set the time of day in
Off
On Next Fax Onl y
Off
Next Fax Only On
Off
Print Sample
You can set up your
On
Off
A4/Let ter
Legal
24 hour format that the delayed fax es will be sent.
Combines delayed faxes to the same fax number at the same time of day into one transmission.
You can send a fax without using the memory.
Sets up the original on your MFC to be retrieved by another fax machine.
Automatically sends a Cover Page you have programmed.
own comments for fax Cover Page.
Adjusts for overseas transmissions, which can sometimes cause problems.
Adjusts the scan area of the scanner glass to the size of the original.
Stores One-Touch Dial numbers, so you can dial by pressing one key (and Start).
numbers, so you can dial by pressing only a few keys (and Start).
6-19
6-20
6-10
6-21
6-12
6-13
6-18
6-4
7-1
7-2
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
3 - 7 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING
to accept
Main Menu Submenu Menu
2.Fax (Continued)
3.Set Auto
Dial
(continued)
4.Setup Report s
5.Remote Fax Opt
6.Remaining Jobs
Selections
3.Setup Groups
1.Transmission
2.Act. Interv al
1.Fax Fwd/Pa ging
2.Fax Storage
3.Remote Access
4.Print Fax Prints incoming faxes
Checks which jobs
to exit
Options Descriptions Page
Sets up a Group
On On+Image
Off
Off+Image
Every 7 Days Every 2 Days Every 24 Hours Every 12 Hours Every 6 Hours
Every 50 Faxes
Off
Off
Fax Forward Paging
On
Off
--- You must set your
number for Broadcasting.
Initial setup for Transmission Verification Report and Fax Activity Report.
Sets the MFC to forward fax messages or to call your pager.
Stores incoming faxes in the memory so you can retrieve them while you are away from your MFC.
own code for Rem ote Retrieval.
stored in the memory.
are in the memory or cancels a delayed fax or polling job.
7-4
9-1
9-2
8-1
8-3
8-4
5-5
6-11
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 8
to accept
Main Menu Submenu Menu
2.Fax (Continued)
3.Copy 1.Qualit y Text
4.Printe r 1.Em ulatio n Auto
0.
Miscellaneous
2.Contrast —- +
Selections
1.Mem Security
2.Drum Life You can check the
3.Page Counter
4.Distinctive
5.Caller ID
Options Descriptions Page
Prohibits most
Total Copy Print List/F ax
Off
Set (On)
Displa y # Print Report
Photo
Auto
HP LaserJet BR-Scr ipt 3
- +
- +
- +
- +
to exit
functions except receiving faxes into memory.
percentage of drum life that remains available.
Let you check number of total pages the MFC has printed so far.
Uses the Telephone Company’s Distinctive Ring subscriber service to register the ring pattern with the MFC.
View or print a list of the last 30 Caller IDs stored in the memory.
Selects the Copy resolution for your type of original.
Adjusts the contrast for copies.
Selects the Emulation mode.
6-23
22-37
22-37
5-13
5-15
10-16
10-16
11-17
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
3 - 9 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING
to accept
to exit
Main Menu Submenu Menu
4.Printer (Continued)
5.Print Reports
0.Initial Setup
2.Print Option s
3.Reset Printe r
1.Help List You can print these
2.Auto Dial ——
3.Fax Activi ty
4.Transmission
5.
User
Settings
1.Receive Mode
2.Date/Time Puts the date and
3.Station ID Fax
4.Tone/Pulse
(Canada Only)
5.Local Langua ge
(Canada Only)
Selections
1.Intern al Font
2.
Configuration
Returns the MFC to
——
——
——
Fax Only
Tone
English
Options Descriptions Page
Prints a list of the
11-18
Fax/Tel External TAD Manual
Tel Name
Pulse
French
MFC’s internal fonts or current printer settings.
the original factory default settings.
lists and reports.
You can choose the receive mode that best suits your needs.
time on the LCD and in headings of faxes you send.
Program your name, fax and telephone number to appear on each page you fax.
Selects the dialing mode.
Allows you to change the LCD Language for your country.
11-18
11-18
9-3
5-2
4-1
4-2 4-3
4-4
See Quic k Setup Guide
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 10
to accept
to exit
If your machine is MFC-8840DN or you installed optional LAN board (NC-9100h), the LCD shows the following LAN menu.
Main Menu Submenu Menu
6.LAN (MFC-8840DN
or option)
1.Setup
TCP/IP
Selections
1.BOOT Method
2.IP Address [0 00-255 ].
3.Subnet Mask
4.Gateway [000 -255].
5.Host Name BRN_ XXXXXX Enter the Host name.
6.WINS Config
7.WINS Server
8.DNS Server Primary
9.APIPA On
Options Descriptions Page
Auto
Static RARP BOOTP DHCP
[000-2 55]. [000-2 55]. [000-2 55]
[000-2 55]. [000-2 55]. [000-2 55]. [000-2 55]
[000-2 55]. [000-2 55]. [000-2 55]
Auto
Static
Primar y Second ary
Second ary
Off
You can choose the BOOT method that best suits your needs.
Enter the IP address.
Enter the Subnet mask.
Enter the Gateway address.
You can choose the WINS configuration mode.
Specifies the IP address of the primary or secondary server.
Specifies the IP address of the primary or secondary server.
Automatically allocates the IP address from the link-local address range.
See Network User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
3 - 11 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING
to accept
to exit
Main Menu Submenu Menu
6.LAN (MFC-8840DN or option)
2.Setup Intern et
Selections
1.Mail Address
2.SMTP Server
3.POP3 Server
4.Mailbo x Name
5.Mailbox Pwd
Options Descriptions Page
(60 characters)
[000-255]. [000-255]. [000-255]. [000-255]
[000-255]. [000-255]. [000-255]. [000-255]
(up to 20 characters)
Password:** ****
Enter the mail address.
Enter the SMTP server address.
Enter the POP3 server address.
Enter the mail box name.
Enter the password to login to the POP3 server.
See Network User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 12
to accept
to exit
Main Menu Submenu Menu
6.LAN (option) (Continued)
3.Setup Mail RX1.Auto
4.Setup Mail TX1.Sender
5.Setup Relay
Selections
Polling
2.Poll Frequen cy
3.Header All
4.Del Error Mail
5.Notifica tion
Subject
2.Size Limit On
3.
Notification
1.Rly Broadca st
2.Relay Domain
3.Relay Report
Options Descriptions Page
On
Off
10Min Sets the interval for
Subject+From +To
None
On
Off
On MDN
Off
Displays the subject
Off
On
Off
On
Off
RelayX X: Registers the
On
Off
Automa tically ch ecks the POP3 server for new messages.
checking for new messages on the POP3 server.
Selects the contents of the mail header to be printed.
Deletes error mails automatically.
Sends notification messages.
that is attached to the Internet Fax data.
Limits the size of E-mail documents.
Sends notification messages.
Relays a document to another fax machine.
Domain name.
Prints the Relay Broadcast Report.
See Network User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
3 - 13 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING
to accept
to exit
Main Menu Submenu Menu
6.LAN (option) (Continued)
6.Setup Misc.
7.Scan to Email
Selections
1.Netwar e O n
2.Net Frame Aut o
3.AppleT alk On
4.DLC/LL C O n
5.Net BIOS /IP
6.Ethern et Auto
7.Time Z one GMT-XX:XX Sets the time zone
1.Color PDF
2.B/W P DF
Options Descriptions Page
Select On to use the
Off
8023 ENET 8022 SNAP
Off
Off
On
Off
100B-FD 100B-HD 10B-FD 10B-HD
JPEG
TIFF
MFC on a Netware network.
Lets you specify the frame type.
Select On to use the MFC on a Macintosh network.
Select On to use the MFC on a DLC/LLC network.
Select On to use the MFC on a Net BIOS/IP network.
Selects Ethernet link mode.
for your country.
Selects the file type.
See Network User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING 3 - 14
If you have the optional paper tray, the LCD displays these options. (
Menu, 1, 7/Menu, 1, 8
)
(For MFC-8440 with the optional paper tray #2)
Main Menu Submenu Menu
1.Genera l Setup
7.Tray
Use:Copy
8.Tray
Use:Fax
Selections
Tray #1 Onl y
Tray #1 Onl y
Options Descriptions Page
Tray#2 Only
Auto
Tray#2 Only
Auto
Select the tray that will be used for copying.
Select the tray that will be used for faxing.
4-11
4-12
(For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN with the optional paper tray #2)
Main Menu Submenu Menu
1.Genera l Setup
7.Tray
Use:Copy
8.Tray
Use:Fax
Selections
Tray #1 Onl y
Tray #1 Onl y
Options Descriptions Page
Tray#2 Only MP Only
Auto
Tray#2 Only
Auto
Select the tray that will be used for copying.
Select the tray that will be used for faxing.
4-11
4-12
The default settings are shown in Bold with .
3 - 15 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING
4

Getting started

Initial Setup

Setting the Date and Time

Your MFC displays the date and time and if you set up the Station ID it prints on every fax you send. to reset the date and time. All other settings will not be affected.
1
Press
2
Enter the last two digits of the year. Press
3
Enter two digits for the month. Press (For example, enter 09 for September, or 10 for October.)
4
Enter two digits for the day. Press (For example, enter 06 for 6th.)
5
Enter the time in 24-Hour format. Press (For example, enter 15:25 for 3:25 P.M.)
6
Press whenever the MFC is in Standby mode.
Menu, 0, 2
Set
.
Set
.
Set
.
Set
.
Stop/Exit
If there is a power failure, you may have
.
. The LCD now shows the date and time
02.Date/Time
Year:20XX
Enter & Set Key
GETTING STARTED 4 - 1

Setting the Station ID

You should store your name or company name and fax number and telephone number to be printed on all fax pages that you send.
1
Press
2
Enter your fax number (up to 20 digits). Press
3
Enter your telephone number (up to 20 digits). Press (If your telephone number and fax number are the same, enter the same number again).
The telephone number you enter is only used for Cover Page features.(See Composing the electronic Cover Page on page 6-12)
You can not enter a hyphen.
4
Use the dial pad to enter your name (up to 20 characters). Press (See
5
Press The LCD will show the date and time.
Menu, 0, 3
Set
.
Set
.
Set
.
Entering text
Stop/Exit
.
on page 4-3.)
.
03.Station ID
Fax:
Enter & Set Key
If the Station ID has already been programmed, the LCD will ask you to press
4 - 2 GETTING STARTED
1
to make a change or 2 to exit without changing.
Entering text
When you are setting certain functions, such as the Station ID, you may need to type text into the MFC. Most number keys have three or
0, #
four letters printed above them. The keys for
and do not have
printed letters because they are used for special characters. By pressing the appropriate number key repeatedly, you can access
the character you want.
Press Key one time two times three times four times
2 ABC2 3 DEF3 4 GH I 4 5 JKL5 6 MNO 6 7 PQRS 8 TUV8 9 WXY Z
Inserting spaces
To enter a space, press once between numbers and twice between characters.
Making corrections
If you entered a letter incorrectly and want to change it, press to move the cursor under the incorrect character. Then press
Clear/Back
. The letter above the cursor will be deleted. Re-enter
the correct character.
Repeating letters
If you need to enter a character that is on the same key as the previous character, press to move the cursor to the right before you press the key again.
GETTING STARTED 4 - 3
Special characters and symbols
Press , # or 0, and then press or to move the cursor under the special character or symbol you want. Then press
Press for (space) ! " # $ % & ’ ( ) + , - . /
Set
to select it.
Press Press
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such messages clearly contain, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page, or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machines or such business, other entity or individual.
In order to program this information into your MFC, complete the steps described on page 4-2.
# 0
for : ; < = > ? @ [ ] ^ _ for É À È Ê Î Ç Ë Ö 0
NOTICE (For USA)

Setting Tone and Pulse dialing mode (For Canada only)

1 2
3
Press Press
Pulse
Press Press
Menu, 0, 4
or to select
Tone
(or
Set
).
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
04.Tone/Pulse
Tone
Pulse
▲▼
Select
& Set
4 - 4 GETTING STARTED

General Setup

Setting the Mode Timer

The MFC has three temporary mode keys on the control panel: Fax, Copy and Scan. You can change the number of seconds or minutes the MFC takes after the last Copy or Scan operation before it returns to Fax mode. If you select Off, the MFC stays in the mode you used last.
1
Press
2
Press or to select
0 Sec, 30 Secs, 1 Min, 2 Mins
3
Press
Menu, 1, 1
5 Mins or Off
,
Set
.
.
11.Mode Timer
.
Select
0 Sec 30 Secs 1 Min
▲▼
& Set

Setting the Paper Type

To get the best print quality, set the MFC for the type of paper you are using.
For MFC-8440
1
Press —OR— If you have the optional paper tray,
press paper type for
1, 2, 2
Tray #2
2
Press or to select
Transparency
3
Press
4
Press
Menu, 1, 2
Menu, 1, 2, 1
to set the paper type for
.
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
to set the
Tray #1
.
.
Menu,
or
Thin, Plain, Thick, Thicker
12.Paper Type
Select
12.Paper Type
Select
Plain Thick Thicker
▲▼
& Set
1.Tray #1
2.Tray #2
▲▼
& Set
or
GETTING STARTED 4 - 5
For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN
1
Press paper type for
OR— Press
paper type for
Menu, 1, 2, 1
MP Tray
Menu, 1, 2, 2
Tray #1
to set the
.
to set the
.
12.Paper Type
1.MP Tray
2.Tray #1
3.Tray #2
▲▼
Select
& Set
OR— If you have the optional paper tray, press
the paper type for
2
Press or to select
Plain, Thick, Thicker Transparency
3 4
Press Press
Set
.
Stop/Exit
You can select only when A4,
Tray #2
.
.
Transparency
Letter
or
or
.
Thin
Legal
Menu, 1, 2, 3
,
12.Paper Type
1.MP Tray
▲ ▼
Select
Tray #1
for
is selected in
Plain Thick
▲▼
& Set
and
Menu, 1, 3
to set
Tray #2
.

Setting the Paper Size

You can use eight sizes of paper for printing copies: A4, letter, legal, executive, A5, A6, B5 and B6 and three sizes of paper for printing faxes: A4, letter and legal. When you change the size of paper in the MFC, you will need to change the setting for Paper Size at the same time so your MFC can fit an incoming fax or reduced copy on the page.
1
Press
2
Press
Letter, Legal, Executive, A5 A6, B5
Press
3
Press
With optional paper tray (LT-5000)
1
Press paper size for
OR— Press
paper size for
Menu, 1, 3
or
or B6.
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
Menu, 1, 3, 1
Tray #1
Menu, 1, 3, 2
Tray #2
.
to select A4,
to set the
.
to set the
13.Paper Size
A4
,
Letter
Legal
Select ▲▼ & Set
13.Paper Size
1.Tray #1
2.Tray #2
Select
▲▼
& Set
4 - 6 GETTING STARTED
2
Press or to select A4,
A5
, A6,
B5 and B6.
Set
.
Stop/Exit
If you are using the optional paper tray, paper size A6 is not available.
If you select select
A4, Letter
.
Transparency
or
3
Press Press
Legal
Letter, Legal, Executive
Menu, 1, 2
in
.
, you can only
,
GETTING STARTED 4 - 7

Setting the Ring Volume

You can adjust the ring volume when your MFC is idle (not being used). You can turn the ring level.
Off
or you can select the ring volume
1
Press
2
Press or to select ( Press
3
Press
OR
In Fax mode, press or to adjust the volume level. Every time you press these keys, the MFC will ring so you can hear the active setting as the LCD shows it. The volume changes with each key press. The new setting will stay until you change it again.
Menu, 1, 4, 1
Low, Med, High
Set
.
Stop/Exit
or
.
.
Off
).
14.Volume
1.Ring
Med
High
Select
▲▼
& Set

Setting the Beeper Volume

You can change the beeper volume. The default (factory) setting is
Med
. When the beeper is on, the MFC beeps every time you press a
key or make a mistake and after a fax is sent or received.
1
Press
2
Press or to select your option. ( Press
3
Press
Menu, 1, 4, 2
Low, Med, High
Set
.
Stop/Exit
or
.
.
Off
14.Volume
2.Beeper
Med
High
)
Select ▲▼ & Set
4 - 8 GETTING STARTED

Setting the Speaker Volume

You can adjust the MFC’s one-way speaker volume.
1
Press
2
Press or to select ( Press
3
Press —OR— In Fax mode, you can adjust the speaker volume by pressing
and then selecting a speaker volume level. Press or to adjust the volume level. The LCD shows the setting
you are choosing. Each key press changes the volume to the next setting. The new setting will remain until you change it again.
Menu, 1, 4, 3
Low, Med, High
Set
.
Stop/Exit
or
.
.
Off
14.Volume
3.Speaker
).
▲ ▼
Select
Med High
▲▼
& Set
Hook

Turning on Automatic Daylight Savings Time

You can set the MFC to change automatically for Daylight Savings Time. It will reset itself forward one hour in the Spring and backward one hour in the Fall. Make sure you have set the correct day and time in the
Date/Time
1
Press
2
Press
Off
Press
3
Press
Menu, 1, 5
or
).
Set Stop/Exit
.
setting.
.
to select On (or
.
15.Auto Daylight
▲ ▼
Select
On Off
▲▼
& Set
,

Toner Save

You can conserve toner using this feature. When you set Toner Save
On
to
, print appears somewhat lighter. The default setting is
1
Press
2
Press or to select On (or
Off
3
Press
4
Press
Menu, 1, 6, 1
).
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
16.Ecology
1.Toner Save
▲ ▼
Select
GETTING STARTED 4 - 9
On Off
▲▼
& Set
Off
.

Sleep Time

Setting the Sleep Time reduces power consumption by turning off the fuser inside the MFC, while it is idle. You can choose how long the MFC is idle (from 00 to 99 minutes) before it goes into sleep mode. The timer is automatically reset when the MFC receives a Fax or PC data, or makes a copy. The factory setting is 05 minutes. While the MFC is in sleep mode, you will see to print or copy in sleep mode, there will be a short delay while the fuser warms up to working temperature.
1
Press
2
Use the dial pad to enter the length of time the MFC is idle before it goes into sleep mode (00 to 99).
3
Press
4
Press
Menu, 1, 6, 2
Set
.
Stop/Exit
If you want to turn sleep mode off, press
Cancel
If the MFC is in Sleep Mode when you change the Sleep Time, the new setting will take effect the next time the MFC copies or prints is restarted.
simultaneously in Step 2.
.
.
Sleep
on the LCD. If you try
Secure
and
Job

Turning off the Scanner Lamp

The scanner lamp stays on for 16 hours before automatically switching off to preserve the life of the lamp. You can turn off the scanner lamp manually if you wish by pressing the and keys simultaneously. The scanner lamp will remain turned off until the next time you use the scanning feature.
Turning off the scanner lamp will also reduce the power consumption.
Please note that turning the lamp off regularly will reduce the lamp’s life. Some people prefer to turn the lamp off as they leave the office, or late at night at home. This is not necessary for normal day to day use.
4 - 10 GETTING STARTED

Setting the Tray Use for Copy mode

If your MFC is a MFC-8440 without the optional tray #2, you can
skip this setting.
MFC-8440
Auto
The default setting of Tray #2 when paper is out in Tray #1 or will fit best on the paper in Tray #2.
1
Press
2
Press or to select
Only
3
Press
4
Press
Menu, 1, 7
Tray#2 Only
,
Set
.
Stop/Exit
MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN
The default setting of Tray #2 or the MP tray when paper is out in Tray #1 or size of the original will fit best on the paper in Tray #2.
1
Press
2
Press or to select
Tray#1 Only, MP Only
Auto
Menu, 1, 7
. —OR— If you have the optional paper tray,
press or to select
Tray#1 Only, Tray#2 Only, MP
3 4
Only
Press Press
Auto
or
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
allows*1 your MFC to choose the optional
*2
when the size of the original
.
Tray#1
Auto
, or
.
.
Auto
allows*1 your MFC to choose the optional
.
, or
17.Tray Use: Copy
Select ▲▼ & Set
17.Tray Use: Copy
Select
17.Tray Use: Copy
Select ▲▼ & Set
Tray#1 Only Tray#2 Only Auto
*2
Tray#1 Only MP Only Auto
▲▼
& Set
Tray#1 Only Tray#2 Only MP Only
.
when the
*1 Copies will automatically be printed from Tray #2 only if the
Paper Size setting for Tray #2 is the same as Tray #1.
*2 When using the ADF, copies will automatically be printed
from Tray #2 if the Paper Size setting for Tray #2 is different than Tray #1 and this paper size is more suitable for the scanned original.
GETTING STARTED 4 - 11

Setting the Tray Use for Fax mode

If your MFC doesn’t have the optional tray #2, you can skip this setting. The default setting of
Tray #2 if Tray #1 is out of paper or if incoming faxes will fit best on the paper in Tray #2.
1
Press
2
Press or to select
Only
3
Press
4
Press If
from the tray that is set for Auto Reduction. (See Printing a reduced incoming fax (Auto Reduction) on page 5-5.)
Menu, 1, 8
Tray#2 Only
,
Set
.
Stop/Exit
Auto Reduction
Auto
allows your MFC to choose the optional
.
Tray#1
Auto
, or
.
is turned on, incoming faxes will be printed
.
18.Tray Use: Fax
Tray#1 Only Tray#2 Only
Auto
▲▼
Select
& Set

Setting the LCD Contrast

You can change the contrast to help the LCD look lighter or darker.
1
(MFC-8440) Press (MFC-8840D/8840DN) Press —OR— If you have the optional tray #2, press
2
Press —OR— Press Press
3
Press
Menu, 1, 7
Menu, 1, 8
to increase the contrast.
to decrease the contrast.
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
.
19.LCD Contrast
-+
Select & Set
Menu, 1, 9
.
4 - 12 GETTING STARTED
5

Setup Receive

Basic receiving operations

Choosing the Receive Mode

There are four different Receive Modes for your MFC. You can choose the mode that best suits your needs.
LCD How it works When to use it
Fax Only
(automatic receive)
Fax/Tel * (fax and telephone)
(with an external or extension telephone)
Externa l TAD
(with an external answering machine)
Manual
(manual receive)
(with an external or extension telephone or with Distinctive Ring)
The MFC automatically answers every call as a fax.
The MFC controls the line and automatically answers every call. If the call is a fax it will receive the fax. If the call is not a fax it will ring (pseudo/double ring) for you to pick up the call.
The external answering machine (TAD) automatically answers every call.
Voice messages are stored on the external TAD. Fax messages are printed.
You control the phone line and must answer every call yourself.
For dedicated fax lines.
Use this mode if you expect to receive lots of fax messages and few telephone calls. You cannot have an answering machine on the same line, even if it is on a separate wall jack/phone socket on the same line. You cannot use the telephone company’s Voice Mail in this mode.
Use this mode if you have an external answering machine on your phone line.
The TAD setting works only with an external answering machine . Ring Delay and F/T Ring Time do not work in this setting.
Use this mode when you are using a computer modem on the same line or if you don’t receive many fax messages or with Distinctive Ring.
If you hear fax tones, wait until the MFC takes over the call, then hang up. (See 5-4.)
Easy Receive
on page
* In
Fax/Tel
mode you must set the Ring Delay and F/T Ring Time. If you have extension phones on the line, keep the Ring Delay set to four rings.
The MP tray is not available with Fax Receive.
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To select or change your Receive Mode
1
Press
2
Press or to select
Only, Fax/Tel, External TAD
or Press
3
Press If you are changing the Receive Mode while in another
operation, the LCD will return to that operation.
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Duplex Receive External TAD Dial & Start
Menu, 0, 1
Manual
Set Stop/Exit
.
Fax
.
.
.
01.Receive Mode
Fax Only
Fax Only
Fax/Tel
External TAD
Manual
Fax/Tel
External TAD
Select ▲▼ & Set

Setting the Ring Delay

The Ring Delay sets the number of times the MFC rings before it answers in phones on the same line as the MFC or subscribe to the telephone company’s Distinctive Ring service, keep the Ring Delay setting of 4.
(See telephones on page 5-7.)
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Press
3
Press or to select how many times the line rings before the MFC answers (00-04). Press (If you select 00, the line won’t ring at all.)
4
Press
Fax Only
Easy Receive
Menu, 2, 1, 1
Set
.
Stop/Exit
on page 5-4 and
Fax/Tel
or
.
.
mode. If you have extension
Operation from extension
Fax
).
21.Setup Receive
1.Ring Delay
03
04
Select ▲▼ & Set
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Setting the F/T Ring Time (Fax/Tel mode only)

If you set the Receive Mode to Fax/Tel, you’ll need to decide how long the MFC will signal you with its special pseudo/double-ring when you have a voice call. (If it’s a fax call, the MFC prints the fax.)
This pseudo/double-ring happens after the initial ringing from the phone company. Only the MFC rings (for 20, 30, 40 or 70 seconds) and no other phones on the same line will ring with the special pseudo/double-ring. However, you can still answer the call on any extension phone (in a separate wall jack/phone socket) on the same line as the MFC. (See 5-7.)
Operation from extension telephones
on page
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Press
3
Press or to select how long the MFC will ring to alert you that you have a voice call. Press
4
Press Even if the caller hangs up during the pseudo/double-ringing,
the MFC will continue to ring for the set time.
Menu, 2, 1, 2
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
21.Setup Receive
▲ ▼
Select ▲▼ & Set
Fax
).
2.F/T Ring Time 20 30
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Easy Receive

or the Fax
When you use this feature, you don’t have to press Receive Code the MFC to receive fax calls automatically, even if you lift the handset of an extension or external phone. When you see LCD or when you hear ‘chirps’ through the handset of an extension phone connected to another wall jack/phone socket, just replace the handset and your MFC will do the rest. Selecting have to activate the MFC yourself by lifting the handset of an external or extension phone, and then press —OR—by pressing
from extension telephones
If this feature is set to On, but your MFC doesn’t connect a fax call when you lift a extension or external phone handset, press the Fax Receive Code If you send faxes from a computer on the same phone line and the MFC intercepts them, set Easy Receive to
51
when you answer a fax call. Selecting On allows
Start
on the MFC
51
if you are not at your MFC. (See Operation
on page 5-7.)
51
.
Start
Receiving
Off
means you’ll
Off
.
on the
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Press
3
Use or to select On (or
Off
Press
4
Press
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Menu, 2, 1, 3
).
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
Fax
).
21.Setup Receive
3.Easy Receive
On
Off
Select ▲▼ & Set

Printing a reduced incoming fax (Auto Reduction)

If you choose On, the MFC automatically reduces an incoming fax to fit on one page of letter, legal or A4 size paper, regardless of the paper size of the original. The MFC calculates the reduction ratio by using the page size of the original and your Paper Size setting
Menu, 1, 3
(
).
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Press
3
If you have the optional paper tray #2, press or to select
Tray #1
Press
4
Use or to select On (or Press
5
Press If you receive faxes that are split onto two pages, turn on this
setting.
Menu, 2, 1, 5
Tray #2
or
Set
.
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
.
21.Setup Receive
▲ ▼
Select
Off
).
Fax
).
5.Auto Reduction On Off
▲▼
& Set

Printing a fax from the memory

If you set Fax Storage to ON for Remote Retrieval, you can still print a fax from the memory when you are at your MFC. (See Setting Fax Storage on page 8-3.)
1
Press
2
Press
3
After printing has finished, press
Menu, 2, 5, 4 Start
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
25.Remote Fax Opt
4.Print Fax
Press Start
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Setting the Print Density

You can adjust print density, making your printed pages darker or lighter.
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Press
3
Press to make the print darker. —OR— Press to make the print lighter. Press
4
Press
Menu, 2, 1, 6
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
21.Setup Receive
Select & Set
Fax
).
6.Print Density
-+
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Advanced receiving operations

Operation from extension telephones

If you answer a fax call on an extension telephone, or an external telephone in the EXT. jack, you can make your MFC take the call by using the Fax Receive Code. When you press the Fax Receive Code
51
, the MFC starts to receive a fax.
Easy Receive
(See If the MFC answers a voice call and pseudo/double-rings for you to take over, use the Telephone Answer Code extension phone. (See only) on page 5-3.)
If you answer a call and no one is on the line, you should assume that you’re receiving a manual fax.
At an extension phone (on a separate telephone wall jack/phone socket), press then hang up.
At an external phone (connected to the MFC’s EXT jack), press
51
and wait for the phone to be disconnected before you hang
up (the LCD shows
Your caller will have to press
on page 5-4.)
#51
to take the call at an
Setting the F/T Ring Time (Fax/Tel mode
51
, wait for fax-receiving tones (chirps), and
Receiving
Start
).
to send the fax.

For FAX/TEL mode only

When the MFC is in FAX/TEL mode, it will use the F/T Ring Time (pseudo/double-ringing) to alert you to pick up a voice call.
Lift the external telephone's handset, and then press answer.
If you’re at an extension phone, you’ll need to lift the handset during the F/T Ring Time and then press no one is on the line, or if someone wants to send you a fax, send the call back to the MFC by pressing
#51
between the double rings. If
51
.
Hook
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to

Using a cordless external handset

If your cordless telephone is connected to the EXT. jack of the MFC and you typically carry the cordless handset elsewhere, it is easier to answer calls during the Ring Delay. If you let the MFC answer first,
Hook
you will have to go to the MFC so you can press call to the cordless handset.
to transfer the

Changing the remote codes

Remote Codes might not work with some telephone systems. The preset Fax Receive Code is Code is
# 51
.
If you are always disconnected when accessing your external TAD remotely, try changing the Fax Receive Code and Telephone Answer Code to another three-digit code (such as
###
and
999
).
51
. The preset Telephone Answer
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Press
3
Press
Off
Press
4
If you want to, enter a new Fax Receive Code. Press
5
If you want to, enter a new Telephone Answer Code. Press
6
Press
Menu, 2, 1, 4
or
).
Set
.
Set
.
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
to select On (or
21.Setup Receive
4.Remote Code
▲ ▼
Select ▲▼ & Set
Fax
On Off
).
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Polling

Polling is the process of retrieving faxes from another fax machine. You can use your MFC to ‘poll’ other machines, or you can have someone poll your MFC.
Everyone who is involved in Polling needs to set up their fax machines for Polling. When someone polls your MFC to receive a fax, they pay for the call. If you poll someone’s fax machine to receive a fax, you pay for the call.
Some fax machines do not respond to the Polling feature.
Setting up Polling Receive
Polling Receive is when you call another fax machine to receive a fax from it.
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Press
3
Press
Off
Press
4
Enter the fax number you are polling.
5
Press The LCD shows
Menu, 2, 1, 7
or
).
Set
.
Start
.
.
to select On (or
Dialing
.
21.Setup Receive
▲ ▼
Select
Fax
).
7.Polling RX On Off
▲▼
& Set
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Setting up Sequential Polling Receive
Your MFC can ask for faxes from several fax units in a single operation (Sequential Polling Receive). Afterwards, a Sequential Polling Report will be printed.
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Press
3
Press
Off
Press
4
Enter the fax machines you want to poll using One-Touch, Speed-Dial, a Group or the dial pad. You must press
5
Press in turn to receive a fax.
Menu, 2, 1, 7
or
).
Set
.
Start
. Your MFC will poll each number or Group number
.
to select On (or
Set
between each fax number.
21.Setup Receive
▲ ▼
Select
Fax
).
7.Polling RX On Off
▲▼
& Set

Setting Duplex printing for Fax mode (For MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)

If you set Duplex to On for fax receive, the MFC prints received faxes on both sides of the paper.
You can use three sizes of paper for this function - letter, legal and A4.
1
If it is not illuminated in green, press (
2
Press
3
Press or to select On (or
Off
Press
4
Press While the Duplex printing for fax is working, auto reduction is
also
Menu, 2, 1, 8
).
Set
.
Stop/Exit
On
temporarily.
.
.
21.Setup Receive
▲ ▼
Select ▲▼ & Set
Fax
8.Duplex On Off
).
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Telephone services

Your MFC supports the Distinctive Ring telephone service that some telephone companies offer.
If you have Voice Mail, RingMaster, an answering service, an alarm system or other custom features on your telephone line, it may affect the way your MFC works. (See Custom features on page 1-13 and Custom features on a single line. on page 22-14.) If you have Voice Mail on your phone line, please read the following carefully.

Distinctive Ring

Brother uses the term ‘Distinctive Ring’ but different telephone companies have other names for this service such as SmartRing, RingMaster, Teen-Ring, Indent-a-Call or Indent-a-Ring.
What does your telephone company’s ‘Distinctive Ring’ do?
Your telephone company’s Distinctive Ring service allows you to have more than one number on the same phone line. If you need
more than one phone number, it is cheaper than paying for an extra line. Each phone number has its own distinctive ring pattern,
so you will know which phone number is ringing. This is one way you can have a separate phone number for your MFC.
Please call your telephone company for availability and rates.
What does Brother’s ‘Distinctive Ring’ do?
The Brother MFC has a Distinctive Ring feature that allows you to use your MFC to take full advantage of the telephone company’s Distinctive Ring service. The new phone number on your line can just receive faxes.
You must pay for your telephone company’s Distinctive Ring service before you program the MFC to work with it.
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Do you have Voice Mail?
If you have Voice Mail on the phone line that you will install your new MFC on, there is a strong possibility that Voice Mail and the MFC will
conflict with each other while receiving incoming calls. However, the Distinctive Ring feature allows you to use more than one number on your line, so both Voice Mail and the MFC can work together without any problems. If each one has a separate phone
number, neither will interfere with the other’s operations. If you decide to get the Distinctive Ring service from the telephone
company, you will need to follow the directions below to ‘register’ the new Distinctive Ring pattern they give you. This is so your MFC can recognize its incoming calls.
You can change or cancel the Distinctive Ring pattern at any time. You can switch it off temporarily, and turn it back on later. When you get a new fax number, make sure you reset this feature.
Before you choose the ring pattern to register
You can only register one Distinctive Ring pattern with the MFC. Some ring patterns cannot be registered. The ring patterns below are supported by your Brother MFC. Register the one your telephone company gives you.
Ring Pattern
1 long-long
2 short-long-short
3 short-short-long
4 very long (normal pattern)
If the ring pattern you received is not on this chart, please call
your telephone company and ask for one that is shown.
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Rings
The MFC will only answer calls to its registered number.
The first two rings are silent on the MFC. This is because the fax must «listen» to the ring pattern (to compare it to the pattern that was ‘registered’). (Other telephones on the same line will ring.)
If you program the MFC properly, it will recognize the registered ring pattern of the ‘fax number’ within 2 ring patterns and then answer with a fax tone. When the ‘voice number’ is called, the MFC will not answer.

Registering the Distinctive Ring pattern

Very important!
After you have set the Distinctive Ring feature to ON, the receive mode is set to Voice Mail set up on the Distinctive Ring number, means you must answer all the calls yourself. You can not change the receive mode to the other mode while the Distinctive Ring is set to on.
1
Press
2
Press or to select Press
3
Press or to select the stored ring pattern you want to use. Press (You will hear each pattern as you scroll through the four patterns. Make sure you choose the pattern that the telephone company gave you.)
4
Press Distinctive Ring is now set to on.
Manual
Menu, 2, 0, 4
Set
.
Set
.
Stop/Exit
automatically. Unless you have a TAD or
Manual
.
Set
.
20.Miscellaneous
.
4.Distinctive
▲ ▼
Select ▲▼ & Set
Off Set
mode
Turning off the Distinctive Ring
1
Press
2
Press or to select Press
3
Press If you turn off Distinctive Ring, the MFC will stay in
receive mode. You will need to set the Receive Mode again. (See To select or change your Receive Mode on page 5-2.)
Menu, 2, 0, 4
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
Off
20.Miscellaneous
.
4.Distinctive
▲ ▼
Select ▲▼ & Set
On Off
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Manual

Caller ID

The Caller ID feature lets you use the Caller ID subscriber service offered by many local telephone companies. This service provides you, by means of the LCD, the name or telephone number of your caller as the line rings.
After a few rings, the LCD shows the telephone number of your caller (or name, if available). Once you pick up the handset, the Caller ID information disappears from the LCD, but the call information remains stored in the Caller ID memory.
You will see the first 16 characters of the number (or name).
Out of Area
ID service area.
Private Call
blocked transmission of information.
If both the name and number are received, the LCD shows only the name. You can print a list of Caller ID information received by your MFC. (See Printing Caller ID List on page 5-15.)
Caller ID service varies with different carriers. Call your local telephone company to determine the kind of service available in your area.
display means call originated outside your Caller
display means the caller has intentionally
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Viewing Caller ID List

Caller ID memory stores information for up to thirty calls. When the thirty-first call comes in, information about the first call is erased. You can scroll through Caller ID information to review those calls made to your MFC.
1
Press
2
Press or to select
Display #
Press If the name was not received, it will not be displayed.
3
Press or to scroll through the Caller ID memory to select the Caller ID you want to view, and then press LCD shows the caller’s name and number and the date and time of the call.
4
Press to return to the Caller ID listing. —OR— Press
Menu, 2, 0, 5
.
Set
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
20.Miscellaneous
4.Caller ID
▲ ▼
Select
Display# Print Report
▲▼
& Set
Set
. The

Clearing a Caller ID stored in the memory

For effective use of the memory, we recommend that you clear the Caller IDs stored in memory by pressing shows each caller ID number or name.
Clear/Back
when the LCD

Printing Caller ID List

1
Press
2
Press or to select
Print Report
Press
3
Press
4
After printing has finished, press
Menu, 2, 0, 5
.
Set
.
Start
.
Stop/Exit
.
.
20.Miscellaneous
5.Caller ID
▲ ▼
Select
Display# Print Report
▲▼
& Set
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