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Brother Color Laser Printer
HL-4200CN
User's Guide
Version 0
For visually-impaired users:
This User’s Guide can be read by Screen Reader ‘text-to-speech’
software.
You must set up the hardware and install the driver before you can use the printer.
Please read the Quick Setup Guide to set up the printer. You can find a printed copy in the box or view
it on the CD-ROM we have supplied.
Please read this User’s Guide thoroughly before you use the printer.
Keep the CD-ROM in a convenient place so you can use it quickly if you need to.
Please visit our web site at http://solutions.brother.com
where you can get answers to Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQs), Product Support and Technical Questions, and the latest Driver Updates
and Utilities.
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - User's Guide

Brother Color Laser PrinterHL-4200CNUser's GuideVersion 0For visually-impaired users: This User’s Guide can be read by Screen Reader ‘text-to-spe

Page 2 - Table of Contents

ix REGULATIONSElectronic Emission NoticesFederal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For U.S.A. Only)Responsible Party: Brot

Page 3

5 - 11 TROUBLESHOOTINGUnsatisfactory PrintingCreased paper Is the paper damp? Replace the paper. See Loading Paper on page 3-7.Is the media suitable

Page 4

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 12Symptom Possible Cause ActionUnsatisfactory transparenciesIs the transparency sheet suitable? Use transparencies suitable for

Page 5

5 - 13 TROUBLESHOOTINGPaper Feed ProblemsSymptom Possible Cause ActionPaper does not feed, Paper jams, Several sheets feed at once, Paper does not f

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TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 14Others ProblemsNetwork ProblemsSymptom Possible Cause ActionThe IP address changes when turning on the printerIs the printer s

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5 - 15 TROUBLESHOOTINGOther ProblemsSymptom Possible Cause ActionCannot print in color Is the printer driver set to Black/White printing?Change the

Page 8 - Internet Addresses

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 16What to Do When an Error Message AppearsThis section describes error messages and their meanings, as well as what to do when t

Page 9 - Compilation and Publication

5 - 17 TROUBLESHOOTINGFeed Jam Check TrayThere is paper jammed in the multi-purpose tray, the paper tray, or the optional tray module (2 shelves) if

Page 10 - REGULATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 18"N" is a paper tray."xxxx" represents the paper size and orientation.Replace Transfer RollThe transfer rol

Page 11 - Laser Notices

5 - 19 TROUBLESHOOTINGMessage Meaning and ActionPush in the Tray None of the trays are properly inserted. Action: Push the all paper trays completel

Page 12 - Safety Information

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 20Pull out the (M) toner sealA toner seal is still left in the magenta toner cartridge.Action: Remove the top cover, then remove

Page 13

xInternational ENERGY STAR® Compliance StatementThe purpose of the International ENERGY STAR® Program is to promote the development and popularizatio

Page 14 - xiii

5 - 21 TROUBLESHOOTINGErase Error Please Press SetA F/W (firmware) error has occurred when downloading. Action: Press the Set button.Write Error Ple

Page 15 - Introduction

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 22The Alarm Indicator is On or FlashingThe red alarm indicator on the control panel indicates that there is a problem with the p

Page 16 - How to Use This Guide

5 - 23 TROUBLESHOOTINGForcing the Printer to Print Remaining Data (When Printing is Halted)If the printer stops receiving data half way through a pr

Page 17 - CAUTION

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 24Cleaning the Density SensorWhen the printer's density sensor is dirty, follow the steps below to clean it.1On the printer

Page 18 - xvii

5 - 25 TROUBLESHOOTING4Gently wipe the density sensor window with a clean dry cloth or cotton swab.Do not allow anything hard to come in contact wit

Page 19 - WARNING

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 268Close the front cover.9On the printer's right side, press the side of the power switch marked I to turn the printer on.

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6 - 1 PAPER JAMS6Clearing Paper JamsIf a paper jam occurs, printing stops and an error message appears on the control panel informing you of the loc

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PAPER JAMS 6 - 2 If smoke comes out of the printer when a paper jam occurs, do not open the printer covers. Turn the printer off, remove the power

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6 - 3 PAPER JAMSPaper Jams in the Multi-purpose TrayFollow the procedure below to remove the jammed paper.1Pull the jammed paper out of the multi-pu

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PAPER JAMS 6 - 4Paper Jams in the Paper TrayIf the Optional Tray Module is not installed, follow the procedure below to remove paper jammed in the p

Page 24 - Printer System Settings

xi For Finland and SwedenLUOKAN 1 LASERLAITEKLASS 1 LASER APPARATVaroitus! Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla

Page 25 - 2. Lattice pattern

6 - 5 PAPER JAMS4Push up button A (1) and fully open the front cover (2). Confirm that there are no scraps of paper remaining inside the printer.5Cl

Page 26 - Entering Values

PAPER JAMS 6 - 6Paper Jams Between the Print Head Cartridge and the Fuser UnitThis section describes the procedures to remove paper jammed around th

Page 27 - Setting an IP Address

6 - 7 PAPER JAMS3Open the fuser unit levers and remove the jammed paper. If the paper is torn, remove any scraps of paper remaining inside the print

Page 28 - Setting the IP Address

PAPER JAMS 6 - 8Paper jams around the fuser unitFollow the procedure below to remove the jammed paper.1Push up button B (1) and fully open the front

Page 29 - Setting the Subnet Mask

6 - 9 PAPER JAMSPaper longer than 360 mm (14 in.) jamsIf paper longer than 355.6 mm (14 in.) jams in the printer, cut the paper as necessary and rem

Page 30 - Setting the Gateway Address

PAPER JAMS 6 - 10Paper Jams in the 2 Tray ModuleFollow the procedure below to remove the jammed paper.1Starting with the bottom tray, pull out each

Page 31 - Setting Protocols

6 - 11 PAPER JAMS4Push up button A (1) and fully open the front cover (2). Confirm that there are no scraps of paper remaining inside the printer.5C

Page 32 - Confirming Settings

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 17Replacing the Toner Cartridges (TN-12BK/Y/M/C)The printer uses four toner cartridges: black, ye

Page 33 - Basic Printer Operation

7 - 2 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENTReplacing the Toner CartridgesFollow the procedure below to replace toner cartridges.1Remove the

Page 34 - Back View

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 33Pull out the toner cartridge. Put the toner cartridge onto a piece of paper to prevent the ton

Page 35 - 23 24 25

xiiWiring Information (For U.K. only)ImportantIf you need to replace the plug fuse, fit a fuse that is approved by ASTA to BS1362 with the same ratin

Page 36 - Ready Alarm

7 - 4 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT7Grip the levers at each end of the toner cartridge with your fingers, then push down firmly to

Page 37 - Turn the Printer Off

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 5Replacing the Print Head Cartridge (PH-12CL)This print head cartridge consists of the light-sens

Page 38 - Upgrading the Printer Driver

7 - 6 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENTStorage Precautions Do not unpack new print head cartridges until you are ready to install them

Page 39

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 72Push the button as shown and open the paper outlet cover.3Grip the handle on top of the print h

Page 40 - Printing from Windows

7 - 8 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT6Remove the polystyrene packing and open the top of the aluminum package from the left and right

Page 41 - Using Windows

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 910With the flat part of the cartridge facing the back, align the orange rollers on both sides of

Page 42

7 - 10 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT13Close the front cover.

Page 43 - ® (Mac OS® 8.6-9.2 only)

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 11Replacing the Transfer Roll Cartridge (TR-11CL)The transfer roll cartridge consists of a transf

Page 44 - 8.6-9.2 only)

7 - 12 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENTReplacing the Transfer Roll CartridgeFollow the procedure below to replace the transfer roll ca

Page 45 - Cancel Printing

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 133Unpack a new transfer roll cartridge and grip the orange tabs as shown.4Insert the pins at bot

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xiii EC Declaration of Conformity under the R & TTE DirectiveManufacturerBrother Industries Ltd.,15-1, Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku,Nagoya 467-8561,

Page 47 - Memory expansion

7 - 14 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENTReplacing the Fuser unit (FP-12CL)When the fuser unit deteriorates, Replace Fuser Cartridge mes

Page 48 - computer

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 15Replacing the Fuser unitWARNINGTurn the power switch off, unplug the AC power cord and allow th

Page 49 - Suitable Paper Types

7 - 16 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT3Push and slide forward the switches on both sides of the fuser unit.4Lift the levers on both s

Page 50 - Special paper

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 177Push down the levers on both sides of the fuser unit. 8Push and slide backward the switches on

Page 51 - Paper Trays, Types, and Sizes

7 - 18 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENTPrinting Reports and ListsUse the control panel to print the following reports and lists. Prin

Page 52 - Automatic Duplex Printing

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 19Confirming Printer Configuration and Network SettingsPrinting the printer configuration list al

Page 53 - Paper with tape attached

7 - 20 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENTChecking the Print LogUse the control panel to print the print log. The print log is a report o

Page 54 - Storing Paper

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 21Confirming Printer Status from Your ComputerThis printer features a variety of network tools th

Page 55 - Loading Paper

7 - 22 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENTCleaning the PrinterWe recommend that you clean the printer at least once a month to keep it in

Page 56

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 23Transporting the PrinterBefore transporting the printer, follow the procedure below:Caution To

Page 57

xivIntroductionThank you for purchasing the HL-4200CN. This guide contains important information about the printer operation and precautions to be fo

Page 58 - Loading A5 Paper

7 - 24 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT2Disconnect the power cord, interface cable, and any other cables.WARNINGNever touch a power co

Page 59

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 256Insert the cardboard spacers in the tray as illustrated.7Hold the paper tray with both hands,

Page 60

7 - 26 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT10Push the button as shown and open the paper outlet cover.11Grip the handle on top of the prin

Page 61

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENT 7 - 2714To protect the printer from damage, pack it in a box before transporting it.After moving the

Page 62

7 - 28 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CONSUMABLE REPLACEMENTStoring the PrinterFollow the procedure below when you do not need to use the printer for a lon

Page 63

A - 1 APPENDIXESA-Introduction to the Optional and Consumable ItemsThe following options are available for this printer. To order any of these optio

Page 64

APPENDIXES A - 2Consumable ItemsToner Cartridges (TN-12BK/TN12-Y/TN12-M/TN12-C)The printer uses four toner cartridge0s: black, yellow, magenta, and

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A - 3 APPENDIXESGetting Product Support InformationAccess our user support web site for the latest drivers and information about your printer.URL: h

Page 66 - Printing on Envelopes

APPENDIXES A - 4General SpecificationsPrinter SpecificationsType Desktop PrinterPrint Method Electro photographicResolution 1,200 dots/25.4 mm (1,20

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A - 5 APPENDIXESFonts (*2) European (80 fonts) Albertus Medium/ Albertus Extra BoldAntique Olive/ Antique Olive It/Antique Olive BdArial/ Arial It/

Page 68 - Printing on Transparencies

xv How to Use This GuideConventionsThe following conventions and symbols are used in this User’s Guide:Conventions and Symbols used in this User’s

Page 69

APPENDIXES A - 6(*1) y Indicates the maximum speeds for the A4 and Letter sizes fed lengthwise (portrait).y During long print runs, printing may be

Page 70 - ® (Mac OS® 8.6-9.2

A - 7 APPENDIXESNetwork SpecificationsCommon SpecificationsTCP/IP Specifications*1 Not available for Linux using CUPS and Mac OS® XNetBIOS Specifica

Page 71

APPENDIXES A - 8Printable AreaWhen using A4, 8.5" × 14" (Legal) or smaller. “Printable area" refers to the area on a page where prin

Page 72 - Duplex Printing

A - 9 APPENDIXESLife Span of Consumable ItemsLife span of consumables (in printable pages)(*) The number of printable pages corresponds to the print

Page 73

APPENDIXES A - 10Adding Expansion Memory1Turn the printer off, and then unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet/socket.CautionBefore installi

Page 74 - Control Panel

I - 1INDEXNumerics1 Tray Module ... A-12 Tray Module ... 6-10, A-1AA5 s

Page 75 - Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

I - 2PPanel Language ...4-7Panel Settings ...4-12Paper jams ...

Page 76 - 4 - 3 CONTROL PANEL

xviSafety PrecautionsTo ensure the safe operation of your printer, make sure that you read this section thoroughly before use.This section describes

Page 77 - Basic Menu Operation

xvii To lift the printer, face the front of the printer and grip the recessed areas at the bottom left and right with both hands. Never try to lift

Page 78 - 4 - 5 CONTROL PANEL

xviii Use the printer in a place that meets the following requirements: Ambient temperature range of 10 to 32 °C (50.0 to 89.6 °F), relative humidit

Page 79 - List of Menu Items

iTable of ContentsTable of Contents ...

Page 80 - ID Print

xix In the following situations, stop using the printer immediately, turn it off, and disconnect the power cord from the AC power outlet/socket. Af

Page 81 - PS Job Timeout

xxThis printer may interfere with radio or television reception, causing flickering or distortion. This can be determined by turning the printer off

Page 82 - Maintenance Mode

xxi Never touch an area indicated by a high-temperature warning label (on or near the fuser unit). Touching these areas may result in burns.If a sh

Page 83 - ColorRegiCorrect

xxiiNotes on Handling ConsumablesNever put a toner cartridge into an open flame. It can explode, resulting in injuries.Never put a transfer roll cart

Page 84 - Parallel

1 - 1 PRINTER SYSTEM SETTINGS1Adjusting Color RegistrationWhen you first install the printer, or if you moved it to a new location, adjust the color

Page 85 - Report/List

PRINTER SYSTEM SETTINGS 1 - 2Determining valuesFrom the lines to the right of the Y (yellow), M (magenta), and C (cyan) pattern, find the values of

Page 86 - Ethernet

1 - 3 PRINTER SYSTEM SETTINGSEntering ValuesUsing the control panel, make adjustments by entering the values that you found in the Color Registratio

Page 87 - Protocol

PRINTER SYSTEM SETTINGS 1 - 4Configuring the Printer on a NetworkRead this section if you want to configure the printer for a network connection.Set

Page 88 - Adobe Protocol

1 - 5 PRINTER SYSTEM SETTINGSWait to restart the printer until after you set the gateway address at the last step. Continue to the next step without

Page 89 - Adobe PS Protocol

PRINTER SYSTEM SETTINGS 1 - 6Setting the Subnet MaskContinued from the previous step.↓Reboot systemto take effect↓3 seconds later, the following scr

Page 90 - Troubleshooting

iiPrinting from Macintosh® ... 2-11Mac OS® 8

Page 91 - Power Problems

1 - 7 PRINTER SYSTEM SETTINGSSetting the Gateway AddressContinued from the previous step↓TCP/IPSubnet Mask↓21Press the button once.TCP/IPGateway A

Page 92 - Printing Problems

PRINTER SYSTEM SETTINGS 1 - 8Setting ProtocolsWhen the printer is shipped from the factory, all protocols except FTP are active by default. Normally

Page 93 - Cannot Print in Windows

1 - 9 PRINTER SYSTEM SETTINGSConfirming SettingsPrint the printer settings list to check the content of printer settings.The printer settings list a

Page 94 - Computer

BASIC PRINTER OPERATION 2 - 12Printer Part Names and FunctionsThe names and functions of the various parts of the printer are as follows:Front ViewB

Page 95 - Print Quality Problems

2 - 2 BASIC PRINTER OPERATIONBack ViewNo. Name Description13 Parallel Interface ConnectorTo use the printer locally, connect the parallel cable here

Page 96 - 5 - 7 TROUBLESHOOTING

BASIC PRINTER OPERATION 2 - 3Inside ViewNo. Name Description23 Transfer Roll Cartridge Transfers the image created on the print head surface to the

Page 97 - TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 8

2 - 4 BASIC PRINTER OPERATIONTurning the Printer On and OffTurn the Printer OnTo turn the printer on, follow the steps below.1On the printer's

Page 98 - 5 - 9 TROUBLESHOOTING

BASIC PRINTER OPERATION 2 - 5Turn the Printer OffTo turn the printer off, follow the steps below.1Confirm that Ready to Print is displayed on the co

Page 99 - TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 10

2 - 6 BASIC PRINTER OPERATIONInstalling the Printer Driver for Windows®The printer driver is software that translates print and command instructions

Page 100 - Unsatisfactory Printing

BASIC PRINTER OPERATION 2 - 74Click Brother Solutions Center. The browser starts and accesses the Brother Solutions Center.5Follow the instructions

Page 101 - TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 12

iiiBasic Menu Operation ... 4-4Menu St

Page 102 - Paper Feed Problems

2 - 8 BASIC PRINTER OPERATIONPrinting from Windows®You can send jobs to the printer from most Windows programs using their print command. The follow

Page 103 - Others Problems

BASIC PRINTER OPERATION 2 - 93On the various tabs, make settings for each item as required.For details about the various tabs, see Help. 4When you f

Page 104 - Other Problems

2 - 10 BASIC PRINTER OPERATIONInstalling the Printer Driver for Macintosh®Printer drivers for both USB and AppleTalk network connections are provide

Page 105 - TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 16

BASIC PRINTER OPERATION 2 - 11Printing from Macintosh®This section describes the steps to print from computers depending on the type of operating sy

Page 106 - 5 - 17 TROUBLESHOOTING

2 - 12 BASIC PRINTER OPERATIONUsing Balloon Help on Macintosh® (Mac OS® 8.6-9.2 only)Help for the printer is provided with the printer driver. See H

Page 107 - TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 18

BASIC PRINTER OPERATION 2 - 13Cancel PrintingTo cancel printing, first cancel the computer printer command.Next, use the printer’s control panel to

Page 108 - 5 - 19 TROUBLESHOOTING

2 - 14 BASIC PRINTER OPERATIONCancel Printing at the printer’s Control PanelPerform this operation to cancel the print data from the printer after c

Page 109 - TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 20

BASIC PRINTER OPERATION 2 - 15Changing the Configuration for OptionsOnce you set the initial configuration of the printer, you must reconfigure the

Page 110 - 5 - 21 TROUBLESHOOTING

2 - 16 BASIC PRINTER OPERATIONIn Windows®Follow the steps below. The following example is for Windows® XP.1On the Start menu, click Printers and Fax

Page 111 - The Alarm Lamp is Flashing

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 13Suitable and Unsuitable Paper TypesUsing paper that is unsuitable for printing can cause paper jams and d

Page 112 - (When Printing is Halted)

ivOthers Problems ... 5-14Netwo

Page 113 - Cleaning the Density Sensor

3 - 2 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPESSpecial paperYou can print the following types of 'speciality paper' from the multi-purpose tray

Page 114 - 5 - 25 TROUBLESHOOTING

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 3Paper Trays, Types, and SizesThe paper types, sizes, and the maximum number of sheets that you can load in

Page 115 - Close the front cover

3 - 4 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPESThe illustration below shows the width and length mentioned in the table on 3-3.1. Length2. Portrait orien

Page 116 - Paper Jams

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 5Unsuitable Paper TypesAvoid using the following paper types as they can cause paper jams or damage the pri

Page 117 - PAPER JAMS 6 - 2

3 - 6 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPESStoring PaperFailure to properly store paper can cause paper jams, deteriorate print quality, or damage th

Page 118 - 6 - 3 PAPER JAMS

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 7Loading PaperSee the appropriate section below to load or change paper.For more information about suitable

Page 119 - Paper Jams in the Paper Tray

3 - 8 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES3Move the side paper guides to their outermost positions.4Gently lift the end paper guide to move it, and

Page 120 - 6 - 5 PAPER JAMS

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 97Hold the paper tray with both hands as you align it with the opening in the printer and gently place it i

Page 121 - Fuser Unit

3 - 10 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPESLoad A5 Paper in the Paper Tray/Changing the Paper Size from A5Loading A5 PaperFollow the steps below to

Page 122 - 6 - 7 PAPER JAMS

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 114Gently lift the end paper guide to move it, and insert the pins at the bottom of the guide in the holes

Page 123 - PAPER JAMS 6 - 8

v1 Tray Module (LT-41CL) ...A-12 Tray Module (LT-42CL

Page 124 - 6 - 9 PAPER JAMS

3 - 12 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES8Align the side guides with the edges of the paper.Pushing the paper guides too hard against the edges of

Page 125 - PAPER JAMS 6 - 10

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 13Changing the Paper Size from A5Follow the steps below to remove the A5 spacer, and then load a different

Page 126 - Close all open paper trays

3 - 14 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES4Grip the A5 spacer as you gently lift it up while pulling it forward and removing it from its position n

Page 127 - Replacement

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 158Align the side guides with the edges of the paper.Pushing the paper guides too hard against the edges of

Page 128

3 - 16 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES11When printing on A4 or Letter size paper, lift the stopper on the top cover. Load Paper into the Multi-

Page 129

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 173All stacks of print media, plain paper, transparencies, label sheets, and envelopes, need to be fanned b

Page 130

3 - 18 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPESPrinting on Envelopes, Transparencies, and Custom-size (Long) PaperTake care when selecting the settings

Page 131 - Handling Precautions

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 191Adjust the paper guide to the mark for the size of envelope you are about to use.2Make sure the flap is

Page 132 - Storage Precautions

3 - 20 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPESPrinting on TransparenciesUse the multi-purpose tray to print transparencies. Use only the recommended t

Page 133

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 213Put the transparencies into the multi-purpose tray until they lightly touch the feeding slot.Do not use

Page 134

viIMPORTANT: For technical and operational help, you must call the country where you bought the printer. Calls must be made from within that country.

Page 135

3 - 22 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPESPrinting Custom-size PaperUsing the multi-purpose tray enables you to print custom-size paper or 'lo

Page 136

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 23How to PrintFollow the steps below to print on custom-size (long) paper.1Adjust the paper guide to the wi

Page 137

3 - 24 LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPESDuplex PrintingYou can perform duplex printing with the printer, using one of the following steps. For

Page 138

LOADING PAPER AND USABLE PAPER TYPES 3 - 25Duplex PrintingTo print on both sides of plain paper, set the paper into the paper tray or multi-purpose

Page 139

4 - 1 CONTROL PANEL4Control Panel OverviewThe control panel consists of LED indicators, a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and several buttons. This sec

Page 140

CONTROL PANEL 4 - 2Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)The LCD shows the printer status (print screen) and menus for configuring the printer (menu screen).T

Page 141 - Replacing the Fuser unit

4 - 3 CONTROL PANELButtonsYou can control the basic printer operations and change various printer settings with seven buttons (Menu, , , , , Form Fe

Page 142

CONTROL PANEL 4 - 4Basic Menu OperationUse the menu screen to set the energy save mode, job time-out, network settings and printer configuration.Men

Page 143 - Close the paper outlet cover

4 - 5 CONTROL PANELWhat to do if you make a mistake?Perform the appropriate operation below if you accidentally press a wrong button while using the

Page 144 - Printing Reports and Lists

CONTROL PANEL 4 - 6List of Menu ItemsThis section describes the various settings you can change in each main menu.When printing, it is possible to s

Page 145

vii 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 quest

Page 146 - Checking the Print Log

4 - 7 CONTROL PANELJob TimeoutThe Job Timeout setting causes the printer to stop processing print data if it takes more than the preset length of ti

Page 147 - Web Browser

CONTROL PANEL 4 - 8Text PrintSetting Text Print to Yes, will ensure all data will be printed as it is received and any control codes embedded within

Page 148 - Cleaning the Printer

4 - 9 CONTROL PANELMaintenance ModeUse this mode to reset the non-volatile (NV) memory or to adjust paper quality settings. You can use this mode to

Page 149 - 1. Recessed area

CONTROL PANEL 4 - 10BTR CurrentAdjWhen duplex printing on non-recommended paper, the print quality may be poor. To improve the quality, change this

Page 150

4 - 11 CONTROL PANELParallelUse Parallel to configure the parallel interface.ECPUse ECP to configure the ECP communication mode of the parallel inte

Page 151

CONTROL PANEL 4 - 12Report/ListUse Report/List to print reports and lists.Reports and lists are printed on A4 or Letter paper. (The requested paper

Page 152

4 - 13 CONTROL PANELNetworkUse Network to make or change network settings. You cannot change the Network setting while the printer is processing p

Page 153

CONTROL PANEL 4 - 14 Subnet Mask Use this to set the subnet mask address. [aaa.bbb.ccc.ddd] Use 0,128, 192, 224, 240, 248, 252, 254, or 255 for aaa

Page 154 - Storing the Printer

4 - 15 CONTROL PANEL NetWare (default: Enabled) Set NetWare to 'Enabled' to print in a NetWare system or to 'Disabled' if you d

Page 155 - Appendixes

CONTROL PANEL 4 - 16USBAdobe PS ProtocolTo set the Adobe Protocol choose one of the following: TBCP (default) RAW Standard BCP

Page 156 - Consumable Items

viiiTrademarksBrother is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.Apple and LaserWriter are registered trademarks, and TrueType is a tradema

Page 157 - A - 3 APPENDIXES

5 - 1 TROUBLESHOOTING5Read this chapter to learn how to correct printer problems.If it looks like you are unable to fix the problemTurn the printer

Page 158 - General Specifications

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 2Power ProblemsSymptom Possible Cause ActionNo power Is the printer off? Press the I on the power switch to turn the printer on.

Page 159

5 - 3 TROUBLESHOOTINGPrinting ProblemsIndicators are on, flashing, or off.Symptom Possible Cause ActionThe Alarm lamp is on Is there an error messag

Page 160 - APPENDIXES A - 6

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 4Cannot Print in WindowsThe Ready lamp is not on or is not flashing after executing the print commandIs the printer properly con

Page 161 - Network Specifications

5 - 5 TROUBLESHOOTINGCannot Print from a Macintosh® ComputerAn error message appears on the computer screenA printer error has occurred. Check the m

Page 162 - Printable Area

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 6Print Quality ProblemsBlank or Completely Black Pages are OutputSymptom Possible Cause ActionNothing is printed Two or more she

Page 163 - Life Span of Consumable Items

5 - 7 TROUBLESHOOTINGFaded or Dirty Printouts, White Areas (drop-outs), Creases, BlursSymptom Possible Cause ActionFaded printouts Is the media suit

Page 164 - Adding Expansion Memory

TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 8Ink smears when rubbed.Is the paper damp? Replace the paper.See Loading Paper on page 3-7.Is the media suitable? Replace the me

Page 165

5 - 9 TROUBLESHOOTINGWhite spots appear in areas of dense black printing.Is the media suitable? Is the media folded or creased?Replace the media wit

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TROUBLESHOOTING 5 - 10When duplex printing on non-recommended paper, white spots appear.Adjust the BTR CurrentAdj. setting on the control panel acco

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