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- OWNER’S MANUAL MFC-9160
- "EC" Declaration of Conformity
- Using This Manual
- User-Friendly Programming
- Table of Contents
- Preparation and Simple Use Guide
- 1 Custom Settings
- 2 Making Copies
- 3 Using the machine as a Printer
- 4 Printer Driver Settings (For Windows® Only)
- 5 Using the Windows®-Based Brother Control Centre (For Windows® Only)
- 6 Using ScanSoft™ PaperPort® for Brother and ScanSoft™ TextBridge®- Viewing Items in ScanSoft™ PaperPort® for Brother
- Organizing Your Items in Folders
- Links to Many Other Applications
- Using ScanSoft™ TextBridge® OCR (Converting Image Text to Text You Can Edit)
- Importing Items from Other Applications
- Exporting Items in Other Formats
- Accessing the Scanner
- Scanning a Document into your PC
- Settings in the Scanner Window
- PreScanning an Image
 
- 7 Using the Brother MFC with a New Power Macintosh® G3, G4 or iMac™ / iBook™
- 8 For DOS User
- 9 Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- 10 Important Safety Information
- 11 Specifications
- Index
- brother UK

MFC-9160
OWNER’S MANUAL

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ii
Using This Manual
Thank you for purchasing a Brother machine.
This machine has been designed to be simple to use, with LCD screen prompts to guide you through 
functions. However, you can use the machine to its fullest potential by taking a few minutes to read 
this manual.
Finding Information
All chapter headings and subheadings are listed in the Table of Contents. You will also be able to 
find information about a specific feature or function by checking the Index at the back of this manual. 
Also, throughout this manual, you will see special symbols alerting you to important information, 
cross-references, and warnings. Illustrations of some screen displays also help you choose the 
correct key-presses.
Symbols Used In This Manual
User-Friendly Programming
We have designed the machine with on-screen programming. User-friendly programming helps you 
take full advantage of all the functions the machine has to offer.
Since your programming is done on the LCD, we have created step-by-step on-screen prompts to 
help you program the machine. All you need to do is follow the prompts as they guide you through 
the function menu selections, programming options and settings. Additionally, you can program 
settings more quickly by pressing 
Menu/Set
 and the menu number using the numeric keys.
A complete list of the function selections, options, and settings that are available is provided in the 
appendix of this manual. (See 
Menu Mode & Menu Selection Table
, page 8.)
Note or additional information.
The machine may be damaged or may not work correctly if this is not 
observed.
Warnings detail precautions you must take to avoid possible personal 
injury.

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Table of Contents
Using This Manual
User-Friendly Programming
Table of Contents ...............................................................................iii
PREPARATION AND SIMPLE USE
Preparation and Simple Use Guide
Advice for Preparation and Simple Use Guide ................................... 4
Control Panel Overview ...................................................................... 6
Menu Mode & Menu Selection Table................................................. 8
CUSTOM SETUP
Chapter 1
Custom Settings
Custom Settings................................................................................. 10
Using the Reports Key....................................................................... 11
COPIER
Chapter 2
Making Copies
Basic Copy Operations...................................................................... 12
Temporary Copy Setting ................................................................... 14
Changing Default Settings.................................................................19
PRINTER/SCANNER
Chapter 3
Using the machine as a Printer
Special Printing Features...................................................................21
Printing From Your PC .....................................................................21
Simultaneous Printing .......................................................................23
Printer Menu Functions .....................................................................23
Acceptable Paper............................................................................... 24
Chapter 4
Printer Driver Settings (For Windows
®
 Only)
Using the Brother MFC-9160 Printer Driver .................................... 25
Basic Tab........................................................................................... 25
Advanced Tab....................................................................................27
Support ..............................................................................................34

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Chapter 5
Using the Windows
®
-Based Brother Control Centre 
(For Windows
®
 Only)
Brother Control Centre ......................................................................35
Using the Scan Key with Windows PC .............................................36
Using the Control Panel Keys............................................................37
Brother Control Centre Features........................................................38
Scan to File ........................................................................................41
Scan to E-mail....................................................................................42
Scan to Word Processor.....................................................................44
User Defined Button ..........................................................................45
Copy...................................................................................................46
Chapter 6
Using ScanSoft
™
 PaperPort
®
 for Brother and 
ScanSoft
™
 TextBridge
®
Chapter 7
Using the Brother MFC with a New Power 
Macintosh
®
 G3, G4 or iMac
™ 
/ iBook
™
Set up Your USB Equipped Apple
®
 Macintosh
®
 G3,G4 or iMac
™
with Mac OS 8.5/8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.0.4/9.1............................................53
Using Brother Printer Driver with your Apple
®
 Macintosh
®
...........53
Using Brother TWAIN Scanner Driver with 
Your Apple
®
 Macintosh
®
..................................................................55
Chapter 8
For DOS User
MAINTENANCE
Chapter 9
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Error Messages...................................................................................62
Document Jams and Paper Jams........................................................64
Packing and Shipping the Machine....................................................69
Regular Maintenance .........................................................................71
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Chapter 10
Important Safety Information
Important Safety Instructions.............................................................81

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APPENDIX
Chapter 11
Specifications
General Specifications....................................................................... 84
Printer Specifications......................................................................... 84
Computer Requirement  ....................................................................85
Electrical and Environment ...............................................................86
Compilation and Publication Notice .................................................86
Trademarks........................................................................................ 87
Index.................................................................................................. 88

Preparation and Simple Use Guide   
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PREPARATION
AND SIMPLE USE
Preparation and Simple Use Guide
Steps to prepare and use the machine simply
Follow the steps below to prepare and use the machine simply.
However, before you perform these steps, see Important Safety Information (page 81), and 
Advice for Preparation and Simple Use Guide (page 4).
1 Read the Quick Setup Guide
Follow the instructions on the Brother Quick Setup Guide to set up the machine.
2 Setting the Document
You can scan the document for copying from either the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) or 
from the glass platen.
Using the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder)
The automatic document feeder (ADF) can hold up to 30 pages, feeding each one individually 
through the machine. Use standard (75 g/m
2
) paper when using the ADF. Always fan the pages 
well before placing them in the ADF.
Recommended Environment
Temperature:    20-30˚C (68-86˚F)
Humidity:         50%-70%
DO NOT use curled, wrinkled, folded, or ripped paper, or paper with 
staples, paper clips, paste or tape attached. DO NOT use cardboard, 
newspaper, or fabric. (To copy or scan this kind of document, see 
Using 
the Glass Platen
, page 3.)
■
Make sure documents written with ink are completely dry.
■
Documents must be from 14.8 to 21.6 cm wide, and from 14.8 to 35.6 cm long.
Fan the pages and stagger them at a 30 degree angle. Insert the pages 
face up
, 
top edge first
in the ADF until you feel them touch the feed roller.
Adjust the paper guides to fit the width of your pages.
Pull up the document stopper.
1
2
3

2
Multiple pages should be fanned first as shown in the diagram below.
Setting the Special Media Lever
You can use the special media lever to select the Regular Position ( ) or Special Position ( ).
To feed regular types of originals, move the special media lever to the Regular Position ( ). You 
can feed multiple pages.
To feed special types of originals (such as coated paper or glossy paper), move the special media 
lever to the Special Position ( ). Feed the original one by one. It will allow the original to feed 
through the ADF without slipping or jamming.
If the original “double-feeds” try again by inserting a simple sheet of original in 
the ADF or use glass platen.
4
Document Stopper
30˚
Documents are
Face Up
in the ADF 
Regular Position
Special Position
Special Media Lever

Preparation and Simple Use Guide   
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PREPARATION
AND SIMPLE USE
Using the Glass Platen
To use the glass platen, the ADF must be empty.
Lift the document cover.
Using the document guidelines on the left, centre the document FACE DOWN on the glass 
platen.
Close the document cover.
If the document is a book or is thick, do not slam the cover or press on 
it, as damage to the glass platen may result.
3 Making a Single copy
Insert the document 
face up
 in the ADF, or 
face down
 on the glass platen.
Press 
Copy
.
To stop the copy process and release the original, press Stop/Exit. (See 
Making Copies, page 12.)
4 Multiple Copies (Using the ADF)
Insert the document face up in the ADF.
Using the numeric keys, enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
For example, press 3, 8 for 38 copies.
Press Copy.
Documents are
Face Down
on the Glass 
Platen
1
2
3
1
2
1
2
3

4
Advice for Preparation and Simple Use Guide
Choosing a Location
Place the machine on a flat, stable surface, such as a desk. Select a place that is free of vibration and 
shocks. Locate the machine near a standard earthed electrical socket.
Avoid placing the machine where it may be knocked. Do not place near 
heaters, air conditioners, water, chemicals or refrigerators. Do not expose 
the machine to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture or dust. Do not 
connect the machine to electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or 
automatic timers as disruption of power can wipe out information in the 
unit’s memory. Do not connect the machine 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. Ensure the airflow from the fan on the right hand side of 
the machine is not impeded.
We recommend that this product be used with a surge protection device to 
protect the product against damage caused by a lightning strike.

Preparation and Simple Use Guide   5
PREPARATION
AND SIMPLE USE
Connecting the Power Cord
This machine must be fitted with an earthed plug.
IMPORTANT:
If you need to remove the moulded mains plug in order to fit an appropriate 
type, you must discard the moulded plug immediately having cut it off, in 
order that it is not inadvertently inserted into a live socket, thus presenting 
a shock hazard. The wires in the mains lead of this appliance are coloured 
in accordance with the following code.
•Green-and-yellow : Earth
•Blue : Neutral
•Brown : Live
As the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the 
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as 
follows:
The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the 
terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter “E” or by the safety earth 
symbol   or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is 
marked with the letter “N” or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which 
is marked with the letter “L” or coloured red. 

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Control Panel Overview
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9
12
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4
11 10
1Numeric Keys
Use the numeric keys to enter 
the number of multiple copies 
(99 maximum).
2Reports
Accesses the Reports menu so you can 
select a report to print: Help and System 
Setup List.
3Scan to
Lets you scan the next original into your 
computer and select the type of 
destination: word processing, graphics 
or E-mail application.
4Toner Save
You can conserve toner using this key.
5Stop/Exit
Press this key to cancel a copy operation. 
The original will be ejected.
6Navigation Keys:
Menu/Set
Lets you access the menu and 
programming mode and stores your 
settings in the machine.
 or 
Press to scroll forward or backward to 
set a menu selection.
Press to scroll through the menus and 
options.
or
7Copy Keys:
(For the Next Copy Only)
Sort
Press this key to sort multiple copies.
Copy Mode
Press this key to temporarily change the 
copy resolution for your type of original 
document.
2in1/4in1
Press this key to copy four pages onto 
one page or create a booklet by copying 
two pages onto one page.
Contrast
Press this key to temporarily change the 
contrast.
Clear Settings
Resets your temporary copy settings 
back to the user default settings. Use this 
key when you do not want to wait 45 
seconds for the temporary settings to 
clear automatically.
Poster
Press this key to get a copy that is nine 
times the size of the original.
Copy
Makes a copy.
8Liquid Crystal Display
Displays messages to help you set up and 
operate the machine.

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PREPARATION
AND SIMPLE USE
9Toner Empty LED
The Toner Indicator flashes on and off 
when toner is low, so you will know to 
order another toner cartridge. You will 
still be able to print until the Indicator 
stays on.
0Reset
Clears data from the printer memory.
AEnlarge (Temporary Setting)
Each key press shows the next pre-stored 
enlargement ratios: 100%, 141%, 
150%, 200%, 400%, MANUAL. For 
more choices, select MANUAL and use 
the numeric keys to type any percentage 
between 101% and 400%.
BReduce (Temporary Setting)
Each key press shows the next 
pre-stored reduction ratios: 100%, 71%, 
50%, 25%, AUTO, MANUAL. For 
more choices, select MANUAL and use 
the numeric keys to type any percentage 
between 25% and 99%. Select AUTO to 
automatically fit the original on the 
selected paper size.

8
Menu Mode & Menu Selection Table
You can access the menu mode by pressing Menu/Set.
When you enter the Menu, the LCD scrolls:
Press 1 for General Setup Menu
—OR—
Press 2 for Copy Menu
—OR—
Press 3 for Printer Menu
—OR—
You can scroll more quickly through each menu level by pressing   or   keys, and then set an 
option by pressing Menu/Set when that option appears on the LCD. Then the LCD shows next 
menu level. Press   or   key to scroll to your next menu selection, and then press Menu/Set.
When you finish setting an option, the LCD shows ACCEPTED.
You can program the machine by pressing Menu/Set followed by the menu numbers. For example: 
to set COPY MODE to PHOTO, press Menu/Set, 2, 1 and   or   to select PHOTO, and 
then press Menu/Set.
- Access the Menu
- Go to next menu level
- Accept an option
- Scroll through the current menu 
level
- Back to previous menu level
- Forward to next menu level
- Exit the Menu
Use   to scroll backward if you passed your choices or to save keystrokes.
SELECT     & SET
1.GENERAL SETUP
2.COPY
3.PRINTER

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PREPARATION
AND SIMPLE USE
To access the menu, press   Menu/Set.
To exit, press   Stop/Exit.
* The factory setting (option) is shown in bold.
1. GENERAL 
SETUP 1. BEEPER —HIGH
LOW
OFF
Adjusts beeper volume. 10 
2. POWER 
SAVE —ON
OFF Power save mode. 10 
3. SLEEP 
MODE ——
Set the time before the 
machine drops into sleep 
mode. 10 
4. PRINT 
DENSITY —- + Adjusts printing to be 
lighter or darker. 11 
2. COPY 1. 
COPY MODE
—AUTO
TEXT
PHOTO
Selects the Copy 
resolution for your type 
of document. 19 
2. CONTRAST —- + Adjust the contrast. 20 
3.
PAPER TYPE
—
THIN
PLAIN
THICK
THICKER
TRNSPRNCY
Identify the type of 
paper in the multi-
purpose sheet feeder. 20 
4.
PAPER SIZE
—
LETTER
A4
EXECUTIVE
A5
A6
B5
B6
Adjust the paper size.
20 
3. PRINTER 1. PRINT 
OPTIONS 1. INTERNAL 
FONT —You can print resident 
fonts to check and 
confirm font types. 23 
2.
CONFIGURATION
—Printer settings and 
status are listed here. 23 
2. RESET 
PRINTER ——
You can restore factory 
default settings and 
temporary settings for 
the printer back to 
factory default settings.
23 
Main Menu
Menu
Selections
Options Descriptions Page
Submenu
to accept

10   Chapter 1
1
Custom Settings
Custom Settings
The Menu/Set key enables you to customize settings. You can program settings by pressing 
Menu/Set and menu number using the numeric keys.
Beeper Volume
You can set the beeper to LOW, HIGH or OFF. The machine comes with this volume set to LOW. 
When the beeper is set to LOW or HIGH, the machine beeps every time you press a key or make 
an error.
1
Press Menu/Set, 1, 1.
2
Press   or   to select your setting.
3
When the screen displays the setting you want, press Menu/Set.
4
Press Stop/Exit.
Power Save
Setting Power Save Mode more reduces power consumption by turning off the CPU inside the 
machine. If Power Save Mode is switched ON, when the machine is idle, it drops into power save 
mode automatically.
1
Press Menu/Set, 1, 2.
2
Press   or   to select ON (or OFF).
3
Press Menu/Set when the screen displays your selection.
4
Press Stop/Exit.
Sleep Mode
Setting the Sleep Mode reduces power consumption by turning off the fuser inside the machine, 
while the machine is idle. You can choose how long the machine is idle (from 00 to 99 minutes) 
before it drops into sleep mode. The timer automatically resets when the machine receives a PC data, 
or makes a copy. The factory setting is 05 minutes. While the machine is in sleep mode, you will see 
SLEEP in the LCD. When you try to print or copy in sleep mode, there will be a short delay whilst 
the fuser warms up to working temperature.
1
Press Menu/Set, 1, 3.
2
Use the numeric keys to enter the amount of time the machine is idle before it drops into sleep 
mode (00 to 99).
3
Press Menu/Set.
4
Press Stop/Exit.

   Custom Settings   11
CUSTOM SETUP
Setting the Print Density
If the machine is printing too light or too dark, you can adjust the print density level. The new setting 
will remain until you change it again. This setting also adjusts that of copy function.
1
Press Menu/Set, 1, 4.
2
Press   or   to select your setting. Each key press changes the print density to the next 
setting.
3
When the screen shows the setting you want, press Menu/Set.
4
Press Stop/Exit.
Toner Save
You can conserve toner using this feature. When you set Toner Save to ON, print appears somewhat 
lighter. The default setting is OFF.
1
Press Toner Save.
2
Press   or   to select ON (or OFF).
3
Press Menu/Set.
Using the Reports Key
Two lists are available.
To Print a Report
1
Press Reports.
2
Press   or   to select the report you want, and then press Menu/Set.
—OR—
Enter the number of the report you want to print. For example, press 1 to print the Help List.
Lists basic operational steps and functions.
Lists your latest default settings for GENERAL SETUP.
1.HELP
2.SYSTEM SETUP

12   Chapter 2
2
Making Copies
Basic Copy Operations
Using the Machine as a Copier
You can use the machine as a copy machine, making up to 99 copies at a time.
The scannable area of the machine begins at 
approximately 4 mm from the edge of the paper.
Making a Single Copy
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Press Copy.
Making Multiple Copies (Using the ADF)
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF.
2
Using the numeric keys, enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
For example, press 3, 8 for 38 copies.
3
Press Copy.
Do NOT pull on the paper while copying is in progress.
To stop the copy process and release the original, press Stop/Exit.
To stack or sort the copies, use the Sort key. (See Sorting Multiple Copies (Using 
the ADF), page 16.)
Non-scannable 
area
 (4 mm)
(4 mm)

   Making Copies   13
COPIER
Making Multiple Copies (Using the Glass Platen)
1
Lift the Document Cover.
2
Using the document guidelines on the left, centre the document face down on the glass platen.
3
Close the Document Cover.
4
Using the numeric keys, enter the number of copies you want (up to 99). For example, press 3, 
8 for 38 copies.
5
Press Copy.
Out of Memory Message
If the memory becomes full while you’re making copies, the screen displays
If you were scanning the first page to be copied, press Stop/Exit to cancel the operation and restart 
to make a single copy. If you were scanning a subsequent page, you will have the option to press 
Copy to copy the pages scanned so far—OR—Press Stop/Exit to cancel.
Documents are
Face Down
on the Glass 
Platen
OUT OF MEMORY

14   Chapter 2
Temporary Copy Setting
You can improve your copies by using the Copy keys: Reduce, Enlarge, Sort, Copy Mode, 
2in1/4in1, Contrast, and Poster. These settings are temporary, and the machine returns to its 
default settings 45 seconds after it finishes copying. If you want to use these temporary settings 
again, place the next original in the ADF or glass platen before the 45 seconds expire.
Copying Using Multiple Settings
You can try different combinations of settings for the best results.
To clear your settings and start over, press Clear Settings.
The LCD shows current copy setting status, you can set multiple settings.
No of Copies
Copy Contrast
Stack or
Sort
Copy Ratio
       or 
Special Copy Option
Copy Mode
(Type of Original)

   Making Copies   15
COPIER
Making Reduced Copies
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Using the numeric keys, enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
3
Press Reduce.
4
Press   or   to choose a reduction ratio.
You can reduce to 71%, 50% or 25% of the original size.
—OR—
Select AUTO to automatically fit the original on the selected paper size.
—OR—
You can press   or   to select MANUAL and press Menu/Set, then use the numeric keys 
to enter a reduction ratio between 99% and 25%. For example, press 5, 3 to enter 53%.
5
Press Menu/Set.
6
Press Copy.
Selecting Recomended Ratio
Making Enlarged Copies
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Using the numeric keys, enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
3
Press Enlarge.
4
Press   or   to choose an enlargement ratio.
You can enlarge to 141%, 150%, 200% or 400%.
—OR—
You can press   or   to select MANUAL, and then use the numeric keys to enter an 
enlargement ratio between 101% and 400%. For example, press 1, 5, 3 to enter 153%.
5
Press Menu/Set.
6
Press Copy.
A4 →A5
71%A5 →A6
B5 →B6
■When you selected AUTO in your copying by scanning from ADF, the machine 
will detect the document size automatically, calculate how much to reduce it and 
print it to fit on the output paper size selected in “Paper Size” feature (page 20).
■2in1, 4in1 copy or Poster are not available with Reduce.

16   Chapter 2
Selecting Recomended Ratio
Sorting Multiple Copies (Using the ADF)
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF.
2
Using the numeric keys, enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
3
Press Sort.
4
Press Copy.
Copy Mode
You can select the Copy resolution for your type of the original document (TEXT, AUTO or 
PHOT). Select the right kind of image you’re copying.
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Using the numeric keys, enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
3
Press Copy Mode continuously to select the right kind of image you’re copying.
TEXT (text only)
AUTO (line art, graphs, or any combination including photograph)
PHOT (photograph only)
4
Press Copy.
Copy Contrast
You can adjust copy contrast to make copies darker or lighter.
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Using the numeric keys, enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
3
Press Contrast.
4
Press   to make a copy lighter, or   to make a copy darker.
5
Press Copy.
A5 →A4
141%A6 →A5
B6 →B5
2in1, 4in1 copy or Poster are not available with Enlarge.

   Making Copies   17
COPIER
Special Copy Options (2 in 1, 4 in 1)
You can save paper by copying either two or four pages onto one page.
Using the ADF
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF.
2
Using the numeric keys, enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
3
Press 2in1/4in1 continuously to select 2 IN 1 or 4 IN 1.
4
Press Copy.
Using the glass platen
1
Place the document face down on the glass platen.
2
Using the numeric keys, enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
3
Press 2in1/4in1 continuously to select 2 IN 1 or 4 IN 1.
4
Press Copy. The LCD shows:
5
Place the next document on the glass platen, and then press Menu/Set.
After all document have been scanned, press Copy.
2 in 1
4 in 1
2in1 or 4in1 copy are not available with Enlarge or Reduce.
NEXT:PRESS SET
END:PRESS COPY
2
112
4
3
2
134
12

18   Chapter 2
Poster
You can create a poster size copy of a photograph.
1
Insert the document face down on the glass platen.
2
Press Poster.
3
Press Copy.
■Poster size copy can be made only by using glass platen.
■Poster is not available with Enlarge or Reduce.
■Poster is not available for multiple copies.

   Making Copies   19
COPIER
Changing Default Settings
Press Menu/Set, 2 to change default settings for Copy Mode. These settings will remain until you 
change them again by pressing Menu/Set. Adjust the Copy Mode and Contrast settings.
By pressing a number, you can adjust copy settings as shown in the following chart. Press   or 
 to move through the selections for each setting. Press Menu/Set to save your selection. Press 
Stop/Exit—OR—Press   to select the next setting you want to change.
Press Menu/Set, and 2.
Copy Mode (Type of Original)
You can select the Copy resolution for your type of original. The default setting is AUTO, which is 
used for originals that contain both text and photographs. TEXT is used for originals containing only 
text. PHOTO is used for copying photographs.
1
Press Menu/Set, 2, 1.
2
Press   or   to choose the type of original (AUTO, TEXT or PHOTO), and then press 
Menu/Set.
3
Press Stop/Exit.
TEXT
1.COPY MODE
2.CONTRAST  –                  +
is default
AUTO
PHOTO
A4
4.PAPER SIZE LETTER
3.PAPER TYPE THIN
EXECUTIVE
A5
A6
PLAIN
THICK
THICKER
TRNSPRNCY
B5
B6

20   Chapter 2
Copy Contrast
You can adjust copy contrast to make copies darker or lighter.
1
Press Menu/Set, 2, 2.
2
Press  to make a copy lighter—OR—Press  to make a copy darker, and then press 
Menu/Set.
3
Press Stop/Exit.
Paper Type
You can use the following types of paper for copying. For the best print quality, select the type of 
media that you use most often.
1
Press Menu/Set, 2, 3.
2
Press  or  to select your type of paper, and then press Menu/Set.
3
Press Stop/Exit.
Paper Size
You can use seven sizes of paper for copying.
1
Press Menu/Set, 2, 4.
2
Press  to choose the size (LETTER, A4, EXECUTIVE, A5, A6, B5 or B6), and then press 
Menu/Set.
3
Press Stop/Exit.
THIN (64-69 g/m2) For thin paper
PLAIN (70-95 g/m2) For ordinary plain paper
THICK (96-120 g/m2) For heavy weight paper or rough paper
THICKER (121-158 g/m2) For heavier weight paper, rough paper or bond paper
TRANSPARENCY For transparency (OHP)
When you selected AUTO in the Reduction ratio (page 15) in your copying by 
scanning from ADF, the machine will detect the document size automatically, 
calculate how much to reduce it and print it to fit on the output paper size selected 
in this “Paper Size” feature.

  Using the machine as a Printer   21
PRINTER/SCANNER
3
Using the machine as a Printer
Special Printing Features
Windows® Printing
The dedicated printer driver for Microsoft® Windows® 95, 98, 98SE, Me, 2000 Professional and 
Windows NT® Workstation Version 4.0 are available on the CD-ROM supplied with the MFC. You 
can easily install them into your Windows® system using our installer program (See Quick Setup 
Guide). The driver supports our unique compression mode to enhance printing speed in Windows® 
applications, and allows you to set various printer settings including economy printing mode and 
custom paper size.
Brother Resource Manager
The Brother Resource Manager application must be running for you to use the machine with your 
Windows® computer. MFC Software Suite and the Printer Driver automatically load the Resource 
Manager, as needed. The Resource Manager allows the single bi-directional Parallel port on the 
machine to simulate a Communications port for scanning and to simulate a Parallel port for 
Windows® GDI printing.
Enhanced Memory Management
The machine has its own Data Compression Technology, which automatically compresses graphic 
data and downloads font data efficiently into the MFC’s memory. You can avoid memory errors and 
print most full-page, 600 dpi graphic and text data, including larger fonts, with the machine’s 
standard memory.
Printing From Your PC
Multi-Purpose Sheet Feeder
The machine’s multi-purpose sheet feeder can feed plain paper, envelopes, transparencies, post card, 
label and organizer paper. When the machine receives data from your computer, it begins the print 
process by loading paper from the multi-purpose sheet feeder.
■Select the print command from your PC.
Your PC sends a print command and data to the machine. If there are more pages, the machine begins 
to print the next page automatically.
If your application software does not support your custom paper size, select the next larger paper 
size. Then adjust the print area by changing the right and left margins in your application software.
You may select the proper paper source, paper size, and orientation in your 
application software.

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Two-Sided Printing (Manual Duplex)
The supplied printer drivers for Windows® 95/98/98SE/Me and Windows NT® Workstation 
Version 4.0 support manual duplex printing. (For more information, see the Help screen for the 
printer driver.)
The machine prints all the even-numbered pages on one side of the paper first. Then, the Windows® 
driver instructs you (with a pop-up message) to reinsert the paper. Before reinserting the paper, 
straighten it well or you may get a paper jam. Very thin or very thick paper is not recommended. If 
the paper “double-feeds” (sends two sheets at once), hold the stack of paper except for the front sheet 
while the paper is feeding.
Loading Envelopes
You can load up to 10 envelopes into the Multi-purpose sheet feeder. Press down and hold the blue 
lever on the right as you load the envelopes and slide the paper guides to fit. Make sure envelopes 
are inserted in the direction shown below.
When you use manual duplexing, it is possible that a paper jam may occur 
or the printer quality might not be satisfactory.
Multi-purpose
Sheet Feeder
Load the envelopes
and adjust the guide
with the lever down

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Paper Tray
The machine ejects paper with printed surfaces face down into the paper tray at the front of the 
machine. When you use transparencies, remove each sheet immediately after printing, to prevent a 
paper jam or curled sheets.
Reset Key
Press this key to clear data from the memory.
Simultaneous Printing
The machine can print data from your computer while scanning information into the computer. 
However, when the machine is copying, it pauses the PC printing operation, and resumes when 
copying is complete.
Printer Menu Functions
Printing the Internal Font List
You can print a list of the machine’s internal (or resident) fonts to see how each font looks before 
you select it.
1
Press Menu/Set, 3, 1, 1.
2
Press Copy. The machine prints the list.
3
Press Stop/Exit.
Printing the Print Configuration List
You can print a list of current setting for the printer.
1
Press Menu/Set, 3, 1, 2.
2
Press Copy. The machine prints the list.
3
Press Stop/Exit.
Restoring Factory Default Settings
You can return the machine to original factory settings. Permanent fonts are restored, but macros are 
cleared. You can change user settings using the Remote Printer Console program.
1
Press Menu/Set 3, 2. The screen displays
2
Please choose 1 to restore the factory setting—OR—Press 2 to exit without making a change.
3
Press Stop/Exit.
1.RESET 2.QUIT

24   Chapter 3
Acceptable Paper
To achieve high quality printing using the machine, it’s very important to select the right kind of 
paper.
Paper Type Paper Size
Cut sheet A4, Letter, Legal, B5, A5, Executive, A6, B6, Custom size
70-216 x 127-356 mm (2.75-8.5 x 5-14 inches)
Envelopes DL, C5, COM-10, Monarch
Post Card 70-216 x 127-279 mm (2.75-8.5 x 5-11 inches) 
Organizer Day-Timer® J, K, L, M
70-216 x 127-279 mm (2.75-8.5 x 5-11 inches)
Labels and
Transparencies
70-216 x 127-356 mm (2.75-8.5 x 5-14 inches)
Paper Capacity in Feeder
Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder: Up to 22 mm (0.87 inches) in height (up to the mark) Approx. 200 
sheets of 75 g/m2 (20 lb) or 50 sheets of 158 g/m2 (42 lb) A4/Letter 
paper, or 10 envelopes
Output Tray: Approx. 50 sheets of 75 g/m2 (20 lb) A4/Letter paper
Cut Sheet Envelope
Basis Weight 64 to 158 g/m2
(17 to 42 lb)
75 to 90 g/m2
(20 to 24 lb)
single thickness
Caliper 0.08 to 0.2 mm 
(±0.003 to ±0.008 inches)
0.084 to 0.14 mm 
(0.0033 to 0.0058 inches)
single thickness
Moisture Content 4% to 6% by weight 4% to 6% by weight
Smoothness 100 to 250 (Sheffield) 100 to 250 (Sheffield)
Recommended paper types:
Plain Paper: Xerox Premire 80
Transparency: 3M CG3300
Label: Avery laser label L7163

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4
Printer Driver Settings (For Windows
®
 Only)
Using the Brother MFC-9160 Printer Driver
A Printer Driver is software that translates data from the format used by a computer into the format 
required by a particular printer, using a printer command language or page description language.
The printer drivers are on the supplied CD-ROM. The latest printer driver can also be downloaded 
from the Brother Solutions Centre at http://solutions.brother.com
Features in the Printer Driver (For Windows® Users Only)
For more detailed information, please see the on-line Help in the printer driver.
Basic Tab
1. Select the Paper size, Multiple Page and Orientation.
2. Select number of Copies and Media Type.
The screens shown in this section are from Windows
®
 98. The screens on your 
PC may vary depending on your Windows
®
 Operating System.
1
2

26   Chapter 4
Paper Size
From the drop-down box select the Paper Size you are using.
Multiple Page
The Multiple Page selection can reduce the image size of a page allowing multiple pages to be 
printed on one sheet of paper or enlarging the image size for printing one page on multiple sheets of 
paper.
Border Line
When printing multiple pages on one sheet with the Multiple Page feature you can select to have a 
solid border, dash border or no border around each page on the sheet.
Orientation
Orientation selects the position of how your document will be printed (Portrait or Landscape).
Copies
The Copies selection sets the number of copies that will be printed.
Collate
The collate selection is active if more than one copy is selected. With the collate check box selected, 
one complete copy of your document will be printed and then repeated for the number of copies you 
selected. If the collate check box is not selected then each page will be printed for all the copies 
selected before the next page in the document is printed.
Ex. 4 in 1 Ex. 1 in 2x2 pages
Portrait Landscape
Collate box checked Collate box not checked

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Media Type
You can use the following types of media in your printer. For the best print quality, select the type 
of media that you wish to use.
Plain Paper
Thin Paper
Thick Paper
Thicker Paper
Bond Paper
Transparencies
When using ordinary plain paper, select Plain Paper. When using heavier weight paper, envelopes 
or rough paper select Thick Paper or Thicker Paper. For bond paper, select Bond Paper and for OHP 
transparencies, select Transparencies.
Advanced Tab
Change the tab settings by selecting one of the following icons:
1. Print Quality
2. Duplex Printing
3. Watermark
4. Page Setting
5. Device Option
1 2 3 4 5

28   Chapter 4
Print Quality
Resolution
You can change the resolution as follows:
◆300 dpi
◆600 dpi
Toner Save
You can save running costs by turning on the Toner Save Mode, which reduces the print density.
Print Setting (For Windows® 95/98/98SE/Me Users Only)
Print Setting is used for optimizing your print quality for the type of document being printed (Photos, 
Graphics or Scanned Images). When you choose Auto (Recommended), the printer automatically 
prints with the most suitable print settings.
With the Print Setting set to Manual, you can change the Brightness, Contrast and Graphics 
Quality options manually.
Duplex Printing
Choosing the Duplex Printing icon displays the Manual Duplex features available.
Manual Duplex
Check the Manual Duplex box and there are six types of duplex directions available for each 
orientation. In this mode, the machine prints all the even numbered pages first. Then the printer 
driver stops and shows the instructions required to re-install the paper. When you click OK the odd 
numbered pages are printed.
Binding Offset
Check the Binding Offset option, you can specify the offset value of the binding side in inches or 
millimetres (0 – 8 inches) [0 – 203.2 mm].

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Watermark
You can place a logo or text into your document as a Watermark by using a bitmap file as your source 
file or select one of the preset Watermarks.
Print Watermark
The Print Watermark feature offers printing choices of:
On all pages
On first page only
From second page
Custom
In background
With the In background feature checked the Watermark will print behind your document on the 
page. If this feature is not checked then the Watermark will print on top of your document.
You can change the size and the position of the Watermark on the page by selecting the Watermark 
and clicking the Edit button. If you want to add a new Watermark, click the New button and select 
Text or Bitmap from the Watermark Style.
Watermark Text
Enter your Watermark Text into the Text Box and select the Font, Size, Darkness and Style.

30   Chapter 4
Watermark Bitmap
Enter the file name and location of your bitmap image in the File box or Browse for the file location. 
You can also set the scaling size of the image.
Position
The position settings offer controls on where the Watermark can be positioned on the page.
Page Setting
You can change the print size of your document with the Scaling feature.
1. Check Off if you want to print the document as it appears on your screen.
2. Check Fit to Paper Size, if your document has an unusual size, or if you have only the standard 
size paper.
3. Check the Free box if you want to reduce or enlarge the output.
You can also use the Mirror Print or Reverse Print feature for your page setting.

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Device Options
Set one of the following Printer Functions:
•Quick Print Setup
•Administrator (For Windows® 95/98/98SE/Me Users Only)
•Print Date & Time
Quick Print Setup
The Quick Print Setup feature allows you to quickly select driver settings. To view settings, simply 
click your mouse button on the task tray icon. This feature can be set to ON or OFF from the Device 
Options section.

32   Chapter 4
Administrator (For Windows® 95/98/98SE/Me Users Only)
The administrator selection permits the Copy, Scaling and Watermark features to be locked and 
Password protected.
Record your password and keep it in a safe place for future reference. If you forget 
your password these settings can not be accessed.

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Print Date & Time
When enabled the Print Date and Time feature will automatically print the date and time on your 
document from your computers system clock.
Click the Setting button to change the Date and Time Format, Position and Font. To include a 
background with the Date and Time select Opaque. When Opaque is selected you can set the 
Darkness of the Date and Time background by changing the percentage.
The Date and Time indicated in the selection box represents the format that will 
be printed. The actual Date and Time printed on your document is automatically 
retrieved from the settings of your computer.

34   Chapter 4
Support
The Support Tab provides driver version information and setting information. In addition there are 
links to the Brother Solution Center and Driver Update Web sites.
Brother Solutions Center
The Brother Solutions Center is a Web site offering information about your Brother product 
including FAQ’s, User Guides, Driver updates and Tips for using the machine.
Web Update
Web Update checks the brother web site for updated drivers and automatically downloads and 
updates the driver on your computer.
Check Setting
The Check Setting selection displays a list of your current drivers settings.

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5
Using the Windows
®
-Based Brother Control Centre
(For Windows
®
 Only)
Brother Control Centre
The Brother Control Centre is a software utility that pops up on the PC screen whenever paper is 
placed in the ADF. This allows you to access the most frequently used scanning applications only 
with a few mouse clicks. Using the Control Centre eliminates the need to manually launch the 
specific applications.
The Brother Control Centre provides two categories of functions:
1. Scan directly to a file, E-mail, word processor or graphic application of choice
2. Copy functions.
AutoLoad the Brother Control Centre
The Control Centre is initially configured to automatically load each time Windows® is started. 
When the Control Centre is loaded, the Control Centre   icon will appear in the task bar. If you 
don’t want the Control Centre to load automatically, you can turn off AutoLoad.
If the Control Centre   icon does not appear in your taskbar, you will have to 
launch this software. From the Start menu, select Programs, PaperPort, and 
then double-click Brother SmartUI PopUp.

36   Chapter 5
How to Turn Off AutoLoad
1
Left click the Control Centre   icon and click Show.
2
When the Control Centre main screen appears, left click on the Configuration  
Control Centre button. A dialog box with a check box labelled “AutoLoad Pop-up” will 
appear:
3
Uncheck the AutoLoad Pop-Up option.
Using the Scan Key with Windows PC
You can use the Scan to key on the control panel to scan documents 
from the glass platen or ADF into your word processing, graphics or E-
mail applications. The advantage of using the Scan to key is that you 
avoid the mouse clicks required to scan from your PC.
If you have connected a Macintosh, the 
Scan to
 key will not work with your 
computer. (See Using the Brother MFC with a New Power Macintosh
®
 G3, G4 or 
iMac
™ 
/ iBook
™
, page 53.)

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Using the Control Panel Keys
Before you can use the Scan to key on the control panel, you must have connected the machine to 
your Windows® based PC and loaded the appropriate Brother Drivers for your version of 
Windows®. When you are ready to use the Scan to key, make sure the Brother Control Centre 
application is running on your PC.
Scan to Image
You can scan a colour picture into your graphics application for viewing and editing.
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Press Scan to.
3
Press   or   to select SCAN TO IMAGE, and then press Menu/Set.
The machine will scan the original and send a colour image to your graphics application.
Scan to OCR
If your document is text, you can have it automatically converted by ScanSoft™ TextBridge® to an 
editable text file and then displayed in your word processing application for further editing.
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Press Scan to.
3
Press   or   to select SCAN TO OCR, and then press Menu/Set.
The machine will scan the original perform OCR in ScanSoft™ TextBridge®, and then display 
the result in your word processing application for viewing and editing.
Scan to E-mail
You can scan either black and white or colour documents into your E-mail application as a file 
attachment. Although the Brother Control Centre can be configured to send only black and white file 
attachments at one time, you can easily change this setting. (See Scan to E-mail, page 42.)
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Press Scan to.
3
Press   or   to select SCAN TO E-MAIL, and then press Menu/Set.
The machine will scan the original, create a file attachment, and launch your E-mail application, 
displaying the new message waiting to be addressed.

38   Chapter 5
Brother Control Centre Features
Auto Configuration
During the installation process the Control Centre checks your system to determine the default 
applications for E-mail, word processing and graphics viewer/editor. For example, if you are using 
Outlook as your default E-mail application, the Control Centre automatically will create a link and 
a scanning application button for Outlook.
You can change a default application by right clicking on any of the scan buttons in the Control 
Centre and selecting a different application. For example, you can change a scan button from MS 
Word  to MS Word Pad   by changing the application that is listed 
for the Word Processor.
Scanning Operations
Scan to File—allows you to scan directly to a disk file with two mouse clicks. You can change the 
file type, destination directory and file name, as needed.
Scan to E-mail—enables you, with just two mouse clicks, to scan a picture or text document directly 
into an E-mail application as a standard attachment. You have the option of selecting the file type 
and resolution for the attachment.
Scan to Word Processor—enables you to scan a text document, run ScanSoft TextBridge OCR and 
insert the text original (not graphic image) into a word processing file with just two mouse clicks. 
You have the option of selecting the destination word processing program, such as Word Pad, MS 
Word, Word Perfect, etc.
Scan to Graphic Application—allows you to scan an image directly into any graphic viewer/editor 
application. You can select the destination application, such as MS Paint or Corel PhotoPaint.

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Copy Operations
Copy—allows you to use the PC and any Windows® printer driver for enhanced copy functions. You 
can scan the page on the Brother MFC and print the copies using any of the features of the Brother 
MFC printer driver—OR—You can direct the copy output to any standard Windows® printer driver 
installed on the PC.
Scanner Settings
When the Pop-Up screen is displayed, you can access the Scanner Settings window.
Click the Configuration   icon at the top right of the Brother Control Centre screen—OR—
Click the Modify Settings… button on any of the Configuration screens.
Global Settings
AutoLoad Pop-Up—Click this checkbox if you want Brother Control Centre to load when you boot 
your computer.

40   Chapter 5
Setting Up the Scanner Configurations
The Pop-Up application stores eight different scanning modes. Each time you scan an original, you 
will choose the most appropriate scanning mode from the following:
Faxing, Filing and Copying
Text for OCR
Photos
Photos (High Quality)
Photos (Quick Scan)
Custom
Draft Copy
Fine Copy
Each mode has its own set of stored settings. You can keep the factory default settings or change 
them at any time:
Resolution—Select the scanning resolution you most frequently use.
Colour Mode—From the pull-down list.
Scan Size—From the pull-down list.
Brightness—Slide the adjuster from 0% to 100%
Contrast—Slide the adjuster from 0% to 100%
Click OK to save your changes. If you make a mistake or later decide to return to the original default 
setting, just click the Restore Defaults button when the scanning mode is displayed.
To access the Scanner Configurations screen:
1
Insert the document face down in the ADF.
2
Right-click the appropriate Control Centre button to display Configurations, then click it. The 
configuration screen for that Control Centre button will appear.
3
To save your settings, press the OK button—OR—To return to the factory default settings, 
press the Restore Defaults button.
Perform an Operation from the Brother Control Centre Screen
If you see this screen it means you left-clicked a button in the Brother Control Centre window 
without first placing an document in the ADF.
Place the document in the Brother machine’s ADF, then click OK to return to the Brother Control 
Centre screen.

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Scan to File
Scanner Settings
From the pull-down list, select the scanning mode that is appropriate for the type of file: Faxing, 
Filing and Copying; Text for OCR; Photos; Photos (High Quality); Photos (Quick Scan); Custom; 
Draft Copy or Fine Copy.
To change any of the settings for that mode, click the Modify Settings… button.
Destination Folder
PaperPort Folder—Select this checkbox to scan the document into your PaperPort folder.
Other Folder—Select this checkbox, to scan the document as another file type and/or into another 
directory/folder.
File—If you selected Other Folder, from the pull-down list select the type of file:
PaperPort Files (*.MAX)
Self Viewing Files (*.EXE)
PaperPort 5.0 Files (*.MAX)
PaperPort 4.0 Files (*.MAX)
PaperPort 3.0 Files (*.MAX)
Windows Bitmap (*.BMP)
PC Paintbrush (*.PCX)
Multi-page PCX (*.DCX)
JPEG Image Files (*.JPG)
TIFF-Uncompressed (*.TIF)
TIFF Group 4 (*.TIF)
TIFF Class F (*.TIF)
Multi-Page TIFF-Uncompressed (*.TIF)
Multi-Page TIFF Group 4 (*.TIF)
Multi-Page TIFF Class F (*.TIF)
PDF Files (*.PDF)
Portable Network Graphics (*.PNG)
FlashPix (*.FPX)
HFX Fax Files (*.HFX)
To Search your system for the directory and folder you want, click the Browse… button. Click OK 
to save your settings.

42   Chapter 5
Scan to E-mail
Scanner Settings
From the pull-down list, select the scanning mode that is appropriate for the type of file: Faxing, 
Filing and Copying; Text for OCR; Photos; Photos (High Quality); Photos (Quick Scan); Custom; 
Draft Copy or Fine Copy.
To change any of the settings for that mode, click the Modify Settings… button.
E-mail Application
E-mail Application—From the pull-down list, select your E-mail application.
E-mail Settings—Click the E-Mail Settings… button to set up links.
The Link Preferences window will appear:

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File Attachments
Do not convert files—Click this checkbox if you do not want to change the file type of attachments. 
The Conversion Options will not be available (greyed).
Convert MAX files only—Click this checkbox if you want to convert only attachments that are 
PaperPort files.
Convert all files when possible—Click this checkbox if you want to change the file type of all 
attachments.
Conversion Options
Format
Combine all files into one file when possible—Click this checkbox to combine all files of the same 
type into one file.
Convert non-image files to colour—Click this checkbox to convert all files that have been 
processed through OCR to colour.
Show QuickSend Menu
Click this checkbox if you want the Select QuickSend Recipient window to be displayed when you 
choose Scan to E-mail. This feature works only with MAPI type E-mail applications, such as 
Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Outlook and Eudora.
QuickSend List
You can create a list of E-mail names and addresses for quick selection.
Click the New button to add a nawme(s) to your QuickSend list. Your E-mail phone book listing is 
displayed, so you can select stored names or create new ones:
Highlight the name(s) you want to add to your list, click the User button, then click OK to return to 
the Link Preferences window.
From the Link Preferences window, you can remove a name from the QuickSend list, by 
highlighting the name and clicking the Delete button.

44   Chapter 5
Scan to Word Processor
Scanner Settings
From the pull-down list, select the scanning mode that is appropriate for the type of file: Faxing, 
Filing and Copying; Text for OCR; Photos; Photos (High Quality); Photos (Quick Scan); Custom; 
Draft Copy or Fine Copy.
To change any of the settings for that mode, click the Modify Settings… button.
Word Processor
Word Processor—From the pull-down list, select the word processor you want to use.
Click the Link Settings… button to display a screen to set up a link to the version of OCR and 
document format that you want to use:

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OCR Package—From the pull-down list, select TextBridge Classic OCR if you want to use the 
OCR package that was installed with the Brother MFC Software Suite.
Click the OCR Settings… button to choose how the OCR application will read the pages you scan 
into your word processor application.
The Preferences window will appear:
Select your setting and click OK.
◆Auto Orientation—Check this checkbox if you want your word processor application to 
read the page as it is set up.
◆Decolumnized Output—Check this checkbox if you want your word processor application 
to read across the entire page from left to right.
Document Format—From the pull-down list, select the file format you want to use for your word 
processor or text documents.
User Defined Button
Scanner Settings
From the pull-down list, select the scanning mode that is appropriate for the type of file: Faxing, 
Filing and Copying; Text for OCR; Photos; Photos (High Quality); Photos (Quick Scan); Custom; 
Draft Copy or Fine Copy.
To change any of the settings for that mode, click the Modify Settings… button.
Target Application
Application—From the pull-down list, select the application you want to add to this Pop-Up screen.
Click the Custom Link Settings… button to set up links for your user-defined application.

46   Chapter 5
Copy
Scanner Settings
From the pull-down list, select the scanning mode that is appropriate for the type of file: Faxing, 
Filing and Copying; Text for OCR; Photos; Photos (High Quality); Photos (Quick Scan); Custom; 
Draft Copy or Fine Copy.
To change any of the settings for that mode, click the Modify Settings… button.
Copy Settings
Brother MFC9160
Copies—Enter the number of copies you want to print.
To change the copy options, click the Copy Options… button.
Click the OK button to save your Copy settings.

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6
Using ScanSoft
™
 PaperPort
®
 for Brother and ScanSoft
™
 TextBridge
®
ScanSoft™ Paper Port® for Brother is a document management application. You will use PaperPort® 
to view scanned documents. PaperPort® has a sophisticated, yet easy-to-use, filing system that will 
help you organize your documents. It allows you to combine or “stack” documents of different 
formats for printing or filing. PaperPort® can be accessed through the PaperPort® program group.
The complete ScanSoft™ PaperPort® User Guide, including ScanSoft™ TextBridge® OCR, is in the 
Manuals section on the CD-ROM. This chapter is only an introduction to the basic operations.
When you install MFC Software Suite, ScanSoft™ PaperPort® for Brother and ScanSoft™ 
TextBridge® OCR are installed with it automatically.
Viewing Items in ScanSoft™ PaperPort® for Brother
PaperPort® provides several ways to view items: Desktop View displays a thumbnail, a small 
graphic that represents each item in a Desktop or folder. Items in the selected folder appear on the 
PaperPort® Desktop. You can see PaperPort® items (MAX files) and non-PaperPort® items (files 
created using other applications).
Non-PaperPort® items include an icon that indicates the application that was used to create the item; 
a non-PaperPort® item is represented by a small rectangular thumbnail and not an actual image.
Page View displays a close-up of a single page and you can open a PaperPort® item by double-
clicking on it. As long as you have the appropriate application on your computer to display it, you 
can also double-click a non-PaperPort® item to open it.
To Uninstall PaperPort
®
 and ScanSoft
™
 TextBridge
®
Select Start, Settings, Control Panel, Add/Remove Programs and the 
Install/Uninstall tab. Select PaperPort
®
 from the list and click the Add/Remove 
button.

48   Chapter 6
Organizing Your Items in Folders
PaperPort® has an easy-to-use filing system for organizing your items. The filing system consists of 
folders and items that you select to view in Desktop View. An item can be a PaperPort® item or a 
non-PaperPort® item:
■Folders are arranged in a “tree” structure in the Folder View. You use this pane to select folders 
and view their items in Desktop View.
■You can simply drag and drop an item onto a folder. When the folder is highlighted, release the 
mouse button and the item is stored in that folder.
■Folders can be “nested”—that is, stored in other folders.
■When you double-click a folder, its items (both PaperPort® MAX files and other files) appear 
on the Desktop.
■You can also use Windows® Explorer to manage the folders and items shown in Desktop View.
Links to Many Other Applications
PaperPort® automatically recognizes many other applications on your computer and creates a 
“working link” to them. The Link Bar at the bottom of Desktop view shows icons of those linked 
applications. To use a link, drag an item onto one of the icons to start the application represented by 
the icon. This sample Link Bar shows several applications with links to PaperPort®.
If PaperPort® does not automatically recognize one of the applications on your computer, you can 
manually create a link using the Create New Link command. (See PaperPort® Help for more 
information about creating new links.)
Desktop View displays items 
as thumbnails Page View displays each item
as a full page

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Using ScanSoft™ TextBridge® OCR 
(Converting Image Text to Text You Can Edit)
Software by:   ScanSoft™
ScanSoft™ TextBridge® OCR is automatically installed when you install PaperPort® on your 
computer.
PaperPort® can quickly convert the text on a PaperPort® item (which is really just a picture of the 
text) into text that you can edit with a word processing application. PaperPort® uses the optical 
character recognition application ScanSoft™ TextBridge®, which comes with PaperPort®—OR—
PaperPort® uses your application if it is already on your computer. You can convert the entire item, 
or by using the Copy As Text command, you can select only a portion of the text to convert.
Dragging an item onto a word-processing link icon starts PaperPort®’s built-in OCR application, or 
you can use your own OCR application.
Importing Items from Other Applications
In addition to scanning items, you can bring items into PaperPort® in a variety of ways and convert 
them to PaperPort® (MAX) files in several different ways:
■Print to the Desktop View from another application, such as Microsoft Excel.
■Import files saved in other file formats, such as Windows® Bitmap (BMP) or Tag Image File 
Format (TIFF).
Exporting Items in Other Formats
You can export or save PaperPort® items in several popular file formats. You can export formats 
BMP, PCX, DCX, JPG, TIF, PDF, PNG, FPX, HFX, or self-viewing. For example, you could create 
a file for an Internet Web site and export it as a JPEG file. Web pages often use JPEG files for 
displaying images.
Exporting an Image File
1
Select the Export command from the File pull-down menu in the PaperPort® window. The 
Export ‘XXXXX’ As dialog box will be displayed.
2
Select the drive and directory where you want to store the file.
3
Enter the new file name and choose the file type or select a name from the File Name text box. 
(You can scroll through the Directories and File Name listing for prompting.)
4
Select the OK button to save your file, or Cancel to return to the PaperPort® without saving it.

50   Chapter 6
Accessing the Scanner
To choose TWAIN_32 Brother MFL Pro Colour as your scanner driver, select it under the “Select 
scanner”—OR—“Select source” option in your software.
From the PaperPort® window, select Acquire from the File drop-down menu or select the TWAIN 
or Scan button. The Colour Setup dialog box will appear:
Scanning a Document into your PC
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Adjust the following settings, if needed, in the Scanner Setup window:
◆Resolution
◆Scan Type (Black & White, Grey [Error Diffusion], True Grey, 256 Colour, 24 bit colour, 
24 bit colour (fast))
◆Brightness
◆Contrast
◆Size
3
Select the Start button from the Scanner window.
When scanning is completed, close the scanner window. The PaperPort® screen will appear showing 
the image you scanned highlighted in red.
Settings in the Scanner Window
Image
Resolution
Select the scanning resolution from the Resolution drop down list. Higher resolutions take more 
memory and transfer time, but can achieve a finer scanned image.

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PRINTER/SCANNER
Scan Type
Black & White: Set the Scan Type to Black & White for text or line art.
Grey Scale: For photographic images, set the Scan Type to Grey (Error Diffusion) or True Grey.
Colours: Choose either 256 Colour, which scans up to 256 colours, 24 Bit colour which scans up to 
16.8 million colours. Although using 24 Bit colour creates an image with the most accurate colours, 
the image file will be approximately three times larger than a file created with 256 Colour.
Brightness
Adjusting the brightness settings to obtain the best image. The Brother MFC Software Suite offers 
100 brightness settings (-50 to 50). The default value is 0, representing an “average” setting.
You can set the brightness level by dragging the slidebar to the right to lighten the image or to the 
left to darken the image. You can also type a value in the box to set the settings.
If the scanned image is too light, set a lower brightness value and scan the document again.
If the image is too dark, set a higher brightness value and scan the document again.
Contrast
The contrast setting is adjustable only when you have selected one of the Colour Type settings, but 
it is not available when Black & White is selected as the Colour Type.
Increasing the contrast level (by dragging the slidebar to the right) emphasizes dark and light areas 
of the Image, while decreasing the contrast level (by dragging the slidebar to the left) reveals more 
detail in grey areas. Instead of using the slidebar, you can type a value in the box to set the contrast.
Custom
Size
Set the Size to one of the following:
◆
Letter (8 1/2 x 11 inches)
◆
A4 (210 x 297 mm)
◆
Legal (8 1/2 x 14 inches)
◆
A5 (148 x 210 mm)
◆
B5 (182 x 257 mm)
◆
Executive (7 1/4 x 10 1/2 inches)
◆
Business Card (60 x 90 mm)
◆
Custom (User adjustable from 0.35 x 0.35 inches to 8.5 x 14 inches)
After you select a custom size, you can adjust the scanning area further by using the left mouse 
button to drag the dotted outline of the scanning area. This is required when you want to crop an 
image when scanning.
Business Card Size
To scan business cards, select the Business Card (60 x 90 mm) size setting and place the business 
card at the centre of the scanner glass.
When scanning photographs or other images for use in a word processor or other graphics 
application, you should try different settings for the contrast, mode and resolution to see which 
settings best suit your needs.

52   Chapter 6
PreScanning an Image
PreScanning allows you to scan an image quickly at a low resolution. A thumbnail version of the 
image will appear in the Scanning Area. This is only a preview of the image so you can see how it 
will look. The PreScan button is used to preview an image for cropping any unwanted portions from 
the image. When you are satisfied with the preview, select the Start button to scan the image.
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Select the PreScan button:
The entire document will be scanned into the PC and will appear in the Scanning Area of the 
Scanner window.
3
To crop a portion of the document to be scanned, drag any side or corner of the dotted outline in 
the Scanning Area with the left mouse button. Adjust the dotted outline until it surrounds only 
the portion of the document you wish to scan.
4
Insert the document face up in the ADF, again, if you use the ADF in Step 1.
5
Adjust the settings for Resolution, Scan Type, Brightness, Contrast, and Size in the Scanner 
Setup window, as needed.
6
Select the Start button.
This time only the selected area of the document will appear in the PaperPort® window.
7
In the PaperPort® window, use the options available in the Markups pull-down menu and the 
Crop option in the Options pull-down menu to refine the image.
You can crop 
the prescanned 
image

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PRINTER/SCANNER
7
Using the Brother MFC with a New Power Macintosh
®
 G3, G4 or iMac
™ 
/ 
iBook
™
Set up Your USB Equipped Apple® 
Macintosh® G3,G4 or iMac™ with
Mac OS 8.5/8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.0.4/9.1
To work with the machine, your USB-Equipped Apple® Macintosh® must be set up with Mac OS 
8.5/8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.0.4/9.1. (The Brother Scanner Driver works only with Mac OS 8.6/9.0/9.0.4/9.1.)
Using Brother Printer Driver with your 
Apple® Macintosh®
To select the Printer:
1
From the Apple menu, open the Chooser.
2
Click the HL-1200/MFL Pro icon. On the right side of the Chooser, click the printer to which 
you want to print. Close the Chooser.
Before you can connect the machine to your Macintosh
®
, you must purchase a 
USB cable that is no longer than 6 feet (1.8 meters).

54   Chapter 7
To print the document:
3
From your Macintosh scanning application software such as Simple Text, click File menu and 
select Page Setup. You can change the settings for Paper Size, Orientation and Scaling, then 
click OK.
4
From your Macintosh scanning application software such as Simple Text, click File menu and 
select Print. Click Print to start printing.
If you want to change Copies, Pages, Resolution, Paper Source and Media 
Type, select your settings before clicking Print.
Option Setup allows you to change Duplex.

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PRINTER/SCANNER
Using Brother TWAIN Scanner Driver with 
Your Apple® Macintosh®
The Brother MFC software suite includes a TWAIN Scanner driver for Macintosh®. This 
Macintosh® TWAIN Scanner driver can be used with application that supports the TWAIN 
specification.
Accessing the Scanner
Run your Macintosh TWAIN-compliant application software. The first time you use the Brother 
Twain driver, set it as default by choosing the Select Source. Afterwards, for each document you 
scan choose Acquire Image or select Scan. The scanner setup dialog box will appear.
Scanning a Document into Your Macintosh G3, G4 or iMac
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Adjust the following settings, if needed, in the scanner setup dialog box:
Resolution
Color Type
Brightness
Contrast
Scanning Area
3
Click Start.
When scanning is finished, the image will appear in your graphics application.

56   Chapter 7
Settings in the Scanner Window
Image
Resolution
Choose the scanning resolution from the Resolution pop-up menu. Higher resolutions take more 
memory and transfer time, but can achieve a finer scanned image.
Color Type
Black & White—Set the image Type to Black & White for text or line art. For photographic images, 
set the image type to Grey (Error diffusion) or True Grey.
Grey (Error Diffusion)—is used for documents that contain photographic images or graphics. (Error 
Diffusion is a method for creating simulated grey images by placing black dots in a specific matrix 
instead of true grey dots.)
True Grey—also is used for documents containing photographic images or graphics. This mode is 
more exact because it uses up to 256 shades of grey. It requires the most memory and longest transfer 
time.
Colours: Choose either 8 Bit Color, which scans up to 256 colours or 24 Bit colour which scans up 
to 16.8 million colours. Although using 24 Bit Colour creates an image with the most accurate 
colours, the image file will be approximately three times larger than a file created with 8 Bit Colour.

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PRINTER/SCANNER
Scanning Area
Set the Size to one of the following:
◆
Letter (8.5 x 11 inches)
◆
A4 (210 x 297 mm)
◆
Legal (8.5 x 14 inches)
◆
A5 (148 x 210 mm)
◆
B5 (182 x 257 mm)
◆
Executive (7.25 x 10.5 inches)
◆
Business Card (90 x 60 mm)
◆
Custom (User adjustable from 0.35 x 0.35 inches to 8.5 x 14 inches)
After you choose a custom size, you can adjust the scanning area. Click and hold the mouse button 
as you drag the mouse to crop the image.
Business Card Size
To scan business cards, select the Business Card (60 x 90 mm) size setting and place the business 
card at the centre of the scanner glass.
When scanning photographs or other images for use in a word processor or other graphics 
application, it is a good idea to try different settings for the Contrast, Mode and Resolution to 
determine which settings look best.
Width: Enter the width of the custom size.
Length: Enter the length of the custom size.

58   Chapter 7
Adjust Image
Brightness
Adjust the brightness settings to obtain the best image. The Brother TWAIN Scanner driver offers 
100 brightness settings (-50 to 50). The default value is 0, representing an “average” setting.
You can set the brightness level by dragging the slidebar to the right to lighten the image or to the 
left to darken the image. You can also type a value in the box to set the setting. Click OK.
If the scanned image is too light, set a lower brightness value and scan the document again.
If the image is too dark, set a higher 
brightness value and scan the document 
again.
Contrast
The contrast setting is adjustable only when you have selected one of the grey scale settings, but it 
is not available when Black & White is selected as the grey scale.
Increasing the contrast level (by dragging the slidebar to the right) emphasizes dark and light areas 
of the Image, while decreasing the contrast level (by dragging the slidebar to the left) reveals more 
detail in grey areas. Instead of using the slidebar, you can type a value in the box to set the contrast. 
Click OK.

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PRINTER/SCANNER
PreScanning an Image
PreScanning allows you to scan an image quickly at a low resolution. A thumbnail version will 
appear in the Scanning Area. This is only a preview of the image, so you can see how it will look. 
The PreScan button is used to preview an image for cropping any unwanted portions from the 
image. When you are satisfied with the preview, click Start to scan the image.
1
Insert the document face up in the ADF, or face down on the glass platen.
2
Click PreScan.
The entire document will be scanned into your Macintosh G3 or iMac and will appear in the 
Scanning Area of the Scanner dialog box:
3
To scan a portion of the prescanned 
image, click and drag the mouse to 
crop it.
4
Insert document face up in the ADF again, if you use the ADF in Step 1.
5
Adjust the settings for Resolution, Color Type (Grey Scale), Brightness, Contrast, and Size 
in the Scanner Setup dialog box, as needed.
6
Click Start.
This time only the selected area of the document will appear in the Scanning Area.
7
Use your application, software for editing and refining the image as usual.

60   Chapter 8
8
For DOS User
How to Use the machine with Your DOS Application Software
Before working with your application software that runs on DOS, check that the machine’s name 
appears in the printer selection of your application software. If the machine is not listed, you must 
install the printer driver that corresponds to HP LaserJet emulations.
The following table shows the combination of printer driver and emulation mode. To get the most 
out of this machine, you should install an HP printer driver in your application software.
•Be sure to choose the proper printer driver in your application software.
•Be sure the printing resolution is set to 600 dpi in your DOS application software.
What Does the Remote Printer Console Do?
The Remote Printer Console (RPC) is a utility program that can run in the DOS environment:
This program allows you to change various printer settings such as emulation, print quality, fonts, 
page setup etc., from your computer screen. Since most DOS applications have a Printer Settings 
menu that overrides the settings made by the RPC, you may not have to use this utility program. This 
utility program is useful for application software that does not control the printer’s settings and 
features.
Installing the Remote Printer Console
Before you install the program, make sure you have the following hardware and software to install 
the program:
Follow these steps to install the remote printer console program:
1
Make sure the machine is connected to your computer.
2
Start your computer and go to the DOS prompt. If you are in Windows®, exit and return to the 
DOS prompt.
3
Insert the Brother CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive (substitute your appropriate drive letter 
for “X”).
4
At the DOS prompt (C:\>) type X: (X is the letter of your CD-ROM drive) and press Enter.
Printer driver supported in your application 
software
Emulation mode to be selected with the remote 
printer console program
HP LaserJet HP LaserJet emulation mode
DOS Version 3.3 or later
Monitor EGA/VGA or compatible
Option Mouse; the mouse driver must be installed.
(You can also operate the program with the keyboard.)
C:\>X:

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5
Type CD DOS and press Enter.
6
Type RPCSETUP and press Enter.
7
Follow the instructions from the installer.
Running the Remote Printer Console Main Program
Type C:\RPCX>RPCX and press the Enter key to start the Remote Printer Console main program.
The Main Screen will appear on your computer screen.
■Do not use this program from a DOS window running under Windows.
X:\>CD DOS
X:\DOS>RPCSETUP

62   Chapter 9
9
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Error Messages
You may occasionally encounter a difficulty with the machine. If this happens, the machine often 
identifies the problem and displays an error message. The list below explains the most common error 
messages, in alphabetical order.
ERROR MESSAGE CAUSE ACTION
CHANGE DRUM SOON
The drum unit is near the end of its 
life.
If you have a print quality 
problem, replace the drum unit 
with a new one.
CHANGE TONER If the display shows CHANGE 
TONER, you can still print. But the 
toner is depleted and the machine is 
telling you that the toner will soon 
run out.
Order a new toner cartridge now.
CHECK DOCUMENT
Documents were not inserted or fed 
properly or document was too long.
Do not pull paper out until you see 
Document Jams and Paper Jams, 
page 64.
CHECK DRUM UNIT
Drum unit is not installed. Reinstall the drum unit.
CHECK PAPER The machine is out of paper or paper 
is not properly loaded in the Multi-
purpose Sheet Feeder.
Refill the paper or remove the 
paper and load it again and then 
press Copy.
CHECK PAPER SIZE
Paper Size is improper for printing 
HELP or SYSTEM SETUP.
Load A4 paper in multi-purpose 
sheet feeder, and then press Copy.
COOLING DOWN
WAIT FOR A WHILE
The temperature of the drum unit or 
toner cartridge is too hot. The 
machine will pause its current print 
job and go into cooling down mode. 
During the cooling down mode, you 
will hear the cooling fan running 
while the display on the machine 
shows COOLING DOWN and 
WAIT FOR A WHILE.
You must wait and allow the 
machine to resume printing when 
it is ready.
COVER OPEN The top cover was not completely 
closed.
Open, then close the cover.
DOC. COVER OPEN The document cover is open. Remove any paper from the ADF 
and close the document cover.
MACHINE ERROR XX
Machine has a mechanical problem. Turn off the power.
Then contact your Brother dealer 
for service.

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MAINTENANCE
OUT OF MEMORY
(When the machine is 
used as a printer.)
The machine memory capacity has 
been exceeded.
- If you have installed the 
Windows® driver, try again 
after setting the True Type 
mode to “Print as Graphics” in 
the PRINT menu of your 
application software.
- Reduce the print resolution or 
reduce the complexity of your 
document.
OUT OF MEMORY
(When the machine is 
used as a copier.)
The machine memory capacity has 
been exceeded.
See Out of Memory Message, page 
13.
PAPER JAM The recording paper is jammed in the 
machine.
See Printer Jam or Paper Jam, 
page 64.
PLS CLOSE COVER Top cover is not closed completely. Open the top cover, then close it.
PLS OPEN COVER A page, piece of paper or paper clip, 
etc. may be jammed inside the 
machine.
Open the top cover and remove the 
drum unit. If you see any jammed 
paper or other item, gently pull it 
out. Reinstall the drum unit, then 
close the top cover. If the error 
message remains, open and close 
the top cover again. If the machine 
cannot reset itself and return to the 
date and time prompt, it will 
display MACHINE ERROR XX. 
Then contact your Brother dealer 
for service.
TONER EMPTY Toner is used up and printing is not 
possible, or toner cartridge is not 
installed into the drum unit.
Replace the toner cartridge with a 
new one, or install the toner 
cartridge into the drum unit. (See 
Replacing the Toner Cartridge, 
page 74.)
ERROR MESSAGE CAUSE ACTION

64   Chapter 9
Document Jams and Paper Jams
Based upon where the original document or printed sheet is jammed, follow the appropriate set of 
instructions to remove it.
Document Jam in the Top of the ADF Unit
1
Remove any paper from the document 
feeder that is not jammed.
2
Lift the ADF cover.
3
Pull the jammed document out to the right.
4
Close the ADF cover.
5
Press Stop/Exit.
Document Jam inside the ADF Unit
1
Remove any paper from the document 
feeder that is not jammed.
2
Open the document cover.
3
Pull the jammed document out to the right.
4
Close the document cover.
5
Press Stop/Exit.
Printer Jam or Paper Jam
Before you can clear a paper jam error, you must find out where the paper is stuck. Review the 
following two types of printer jams and follow the instructions.
•Do not force the jammed paper from the paper tray because you may 
damage the machine and cause toner to scatter on the next printed pages.
•After you have used the machine, some internal parts of the machine are 
extremely HOT! When you open the top cover of the machine, never touch 
the internal parts shown in the following picture.
ADF Cover

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MAINTENANCE
Paper is Jammed in the Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder
1
Push down the paper lever to pull 
the jammed paper upward and out 
of the feeder.
2
Open the top cover and check that 
a torn piece of paper does not 
remain inside the machine.
3
Close the top cover.
Paper is Jammed near the Drum Unit or in the Fuser Unit
1
Open the top cover by pulling the lever toward you.
2
Remove the drum unit.
3
Gently pull out the jammed paper.
4
Reinstall the drum unit.
5
Close the top cover.
Paper is 
jammed 
near drum 
unit

66   Chapter 9
Difficulty with Operation
If you think there is a problem with the machine, make a copy first. If the copy looks good, the 
problem is probably not the machine. Check the table below and follow the troubleshooting tips.
DIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONS
General Printing Difficulties
The machine does not print. Make sure the machine is turned on. The toner cartridge and drum 
unit are installed properly. The interface cable is securely connected 
between the machine and computer. Check to see if LCD is showing 
an error message.
The machine prints 
unexpectedly or it prints 
garbage.
Switch off. Make sure your application software is correctly set up 
to use the machine by checking the primary settings in your 
application software.
The machine prints the first 
couple of pages correctly, 
then some pages have text 
missing.
Your computer is not recognizing the printer’s “input buffer full” 
signal. Please make sure you connect the printer cable correctly.
The machine cannot print full 
pages of a document. A OUT 
OF MEMORY error 
message occurs.
Reduce the printer resolution. Reduce the complexity of your 
document and try again. Reduce the graphic quality or the number 
of font sizes within your application software.
My headers or footers appear 
when I view my document on 
the screen but do not show up 
when I print them.
Most laser printers have a restricted area that will not accept print. 
Usually these are the first two lines and last two lines, leaves 62 
printable lines. Adjust the top and bottom margins in your document 
to allow for this.
Windows® Setup Printing Difficulties
I cannot print from my 
application software.
Make sure the Windows® printer driver is installed and you select it 
in your application software.
Software Difficulties
“MFC Connect Failure”If the machine is not connected to your PC and you have loaded the 
Brother software, the PC will show “MFC Connect Failure” each 
time you restart Window®. You can ignore this message or you can 
turn it off by deselect the AutoLoadPopUp check box in the Bother 
Contorol Center chapter. (See How to Turn Off AutoLoad, page 36.)
Paper Handling Difficulties
The machine does not load 
paper. The LCD shows 
CHECK PAPER or PAPER 
JAM.
Check to see if the CHECK PAPER or PAPER JAM message 
appears on the LCD. If so, the Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder may be 
out of paper. If it is empty, load a new stack of paper into the feeder 
and then press Copy. If there is paper in the Multi-purpose Sheet 
Feeder, make sure it is straight. If the paper is curled, you should 
straighten it. Sometimes it is helpful to remove the paper, turn the 
stack over and put it back into the Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder. 
Reduce the amount of paper in the Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder, then 
try again.
How can I clear paper jams? See Document Jams and Paper Jams, page 64.

   Troubleshooting and Maintenance   67
MAINTENANCE
Copy Quality Difficulties
Vertical streaks appear in 
copies.
Sometimes you may see vertical streaks on your copies. Either the 
scanner or the primary corona wire for printing is dirty. Clean them 
both.
Print Quality Difficulties
Printed pages are curled. Thin Paper (64-69 g/m2) can cause this problem. Make sure you 
select the Paper Type that suits the paper in your multi-purpose 
sheet feeder. (See Paper Type, page 20 and Media Type, page 27.)
Printed pages are smeared. Rough surfaces or thick media can cause “smeared pages”—OR— 
“the toner to smear”. Make sure you select the correct Paper Type 
that suits the paper in your multi-purpose sheet feeder. (See Paper 
Type, page 20 and Media Type, page 27.)
Printouts are too dark or light. Adjust the print conditions by setting the Print Density function, it 
has been factory set to the middle position. (See Setting the Print 
Density, page 11.)
Printed pages contain white 
stripes.
White Stripes or Faint Images
You may fix this by wiping the scanner windows with a clean soft 
cloth. (See Regular Maintenance, page 71 and Cleaning the Drum 
Unit, page 73.) If you still see white stripes or faint images and the 
display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit 
with a new one.
Printed pages are stained with 
toner or have vertical stripes.
Dark Stripes or Toner Stains
Clean the machine’s interior and the primary corona wire of drum 
unit. (See Regular Maintenance, page 71 and Cleaning the Drum 
Unit, page 73.) Make sure that the tab of the corona wire is at the 
home position. If after cleaning, you still see dark stripes or toner 
stains and the display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the 
drum unit with a new one.
Printed pages have white 
spots in black text and 
graphic areas.
White Spots
Make sure that you use paper that meets the specifications. (See 
Acceptable Paper, page 24.) Rough surface or thick media can 
cause the problem. If you still see white spots and the display shows 
CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with a new one.
Toner scatters and stains the 
printed page.
Scattering Toner
Adjust the print conditions by setting the Print Density function. 
(See Setting the Print Density, page 11.) Clean the machine’s 
interior. (See Regular Maintenance, page 71 and Cleaning the 
Drum Unit, page 73.) Make sure that you use paper that meets 
specifications. (See Acceptable Paper, page 24.) If you still have 
scattered toner and the display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, 
replace the drum unit with a new one.
DIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONS

68   Chapter 9
The whole page is printed 
black.
Black Page
Wipe the electric terminals. Also, do not use heat-sensitive paper as 
it will cause this problem. After cleaning, if the printed pages are 
still black and the display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, 
replace the drum unit with a new one.
Nothing is printed on the 
page.
White page
Make sure that the toner cartridge is not empty. If the toner cartridge 
is empty, replace the toner cartridge. (See Replacing the Toner 
Cartridge, page 74.)
Printed pages are marked 
regular intervals.
Example of Regular Marking
Markings may disappear by themselves. Try copying at multiple 
pages to clear this problem. Markings may occur if the machine has 
not been used for a long time. A possible cause is that the surface of 
the drum is marked or damaged by excessive exposure to light. In 
this case, replace the drum unit with a new one.
Printed pages are blurred at 
the centre or at either edge.
Blurred Page
Certain environmental conditions such as humidity, high 
temperatures, etc. may cause this condition to occur. Make sure the 
machine is placed on a flat, horizontal surface. Remove the drum 
unit with the toner cartridge installed. Try rocking them from side 
to side. You may clear a blurred page by wiping the scanner 
windows with a clean soft cloth. (See Regular Maintenance, page 
71.) If a blurred page occurs after cleaning and the display shows 
CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with a new one.
Ghost images appear on 
printed pages.
Ghost Images
Adjust the print conditions by changing the Print Density setting. 
(See Setting the Print Density, page 11.)—OR—Rough surfaces or 
thick media can cause a ghost image. Make sure you select the Paper 
Type that suits the paper in your multi-purpose sheet feeder. (See 
Paper Type, page 20 and Media Type, page 27.)
The drum unit is a consumable and it is necessary to replace it periodically.
DIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONS

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MAINTENANCE
Packing and Shipping the Machine
Whenever you transport the machine, use the packing materials that came with the machine. If you 
do not pack the machine correctly, you could void your warranty.
1
Switch off and unplug the machine from the AC outlet.
2
Unplug the Parallel cable or USB cable from the machine.
3
Open the top cover.
4
Remove the drum unit assembly.
5
Place the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly into the plastic bag and seal the bag 
completely.
6
Close the top cover. Remove the paper support and close the paper tray and extension.
Do not unplug the machine until a print job is finished.
Remove the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly. Leave the toner 
cartridge installed in the drum unit.
Top Cover
Drum Unit
Plastic
Bag
Drum
Unit
Toner
Cartridge

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7
Wrap the machine in the plastic bag and place it in the original carton with the original packing 
material. Place documents (manual, printed material and CD-ROM) and a paper support into the 
carton.
8
Place the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly, filter cores, cable ties, power cord and printer 
cable into the carton as shown below.
9
Close the carton and tape it shut.

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MAINTENANCE
Regular Maintenance
You can keep the machine in optimum condition by cleaning it on a regular basis. It is a good idea 
to clean the drum unit during this routine. Avoid using thinners or other organic solvents to clean the 
machine and do not use water.
Cleaning the Scanner
Turn the machine power switch OFF and lift the document cover. Clean the glass platen and the 
white film with isopropyl alcohol on a lint free cloth.
Open the document cover. Clean the white bar and the glass strip under the bar with isopropyl 
alcohol on a lint-free cloth.
Document
Cover
White Film
White Bar
Glass Strip

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Cleaning the Printer
1
Open the top cover.
2
Remove the drum unit assembly.
3
Wipe the electric terminals with isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab.
4
Wipe the gears with a clean dry cloth.
5
Gently wipe the scanner window and the toner sensor with a clean soft dry cloth. Do not use 
isopropyl alcohol to clean the scanner window or the toner sensor.
•Do not use isopropyl alcohol to remove dirt from the control panel. It may 
cause a crack on the panel.
•Do not use isopropyl alcohol to clean the scanner window or the toner 
sensor.
•Do not touch the scanner window with your finger.
•Handle the drum unit carefully as it contains toner. If toner scatters and 
your hands or clothes get dirty, immediately wipe or wash it off with cold 
water.
After you have used the machine, some internal parts of the machine are 
extremely HOT! When you open the top cover of the machine, never touch 
the shaded parts shown in the diagram below.
Gears
Toner Sensor
Electrical
Terminal
Scanner Window

   Troubleshooting and Maintenance   73
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Drum Unit
We recommend you place the drum unit on a drop cloth or large piece of disposable paper to avoid 
spilling and scattering toner.
1
Turn the drum unit upside down carefully.
2
Clean the primary corona wire inside the drum unit by gently sliding the tab from right to left 
several times.
3
Return the tab to the home position (▼ mark position) before reinstalling the drum unit.
4
Install the drum unit into the machine. (See Replacing the Drum Unit, page 77.)
5
Close the top cover.
If you do not position the tab at the home position, printed pages may have 
vertical stripes.
Tab
Corona Wire
Home Position (▼)

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Replacing the Toner Cartridge
The machine can print approximately 2,200 pages with one toner cartridge (TN-8000). When the 
toner cartridge is running low, the display shows CHANGE TONER. The machine is supplied with 
a starter toner cartridge that must be replaced after approximately 2,200 pages. Actual page count 
will vary depending on your average document type (i.e. standard letter, detailed graphics). The 
above specifications relate to a 5% black coverage A4 size document.
It is a good idea to keep a new toner cartridge ready for use when you see the toner low warning.
Discard the used toner cartridge according to local regulations. If you are not sure of them, consult 
with Brother dealer for service. Be sure to seal the toner cartridge tightly so toner powder does not 
spill out of the cartridge. When discarding used toner cartridges, keep them separate from domestic 
waste.
It is recommended that you clean the machine when you replace the toner.
Toner Empty Indicator
When the toner cartridge is running low, the display shows CHANGE TONER and the Toner 
Empty LED on the control panel flashes on and off to indicate the toner is low.
The Toner Empty LED light stays on and the display shows TONER EMPTY to indicate that the 
toner is empty. Once this indication appears, the machine will not resume printing until you have 
installed a new toner cartridge.
Steps for Replacing Toner Cartridge
After you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine 
will be extremely HOT! So, never touch the shaded parts shown in the 
illustration below.
Display
Toner Empty Icon

   Troubleshooting and Maintenance   75
MAINTENANCE
1
Turn the machine switch off.
2
Open the top cover by pulling the lever toward you and lifting the cover. Make sure the top cover 
is completely open. To remove the drum unit, hold each side of the drum by its handles and 
gently lift the drum forward toward you.
Place the drum unit on a drop cloth or large piece of disposable paper to avoid spilling and 
scattering the toner.
3
Gently turn the lever on the toner cartridge forward until it stops. The toner cartridge cannot be 
removed unless the shutter is completely closed, by turning the lever fully to the front.
4
Remove the old toner cartridge from the drum unit by gently pulling it out.
Handle the toner cartridge carefully. If toner scatters on your hands or 
clothes, immediately wipe it off or wash them with cold water.
Top Cover
Drum Unit
Drum
Unit
Toner
Cartridge

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5
Unpack the new toner cartridge. Place the used toner cartridge into the aluminium bag and 
discard it according to local regulations.
6
Gently rock the toner cartridge from side to side five or six times, and then remove the protective 
seal.
7
Slide the new toner cartridge into the opening on the right side of the drum unit. To ensure that 
the toner cartridge and the drum unit fit together correctly, make sure that the toner cartridge 
guide bar is exactly aligned with the guide slot in the drum unit.
•Wait to unpack the toner cartridge until immediately before you install it 
into the machine. If a toner cartridge is left unpacked for a long period of 
time, the toner life is shortened.
•You can use only a genuine Brother toner cartridge (TN-8000 series), 
which is specially formulated to ensure top print quality. Using another 
brand of toner cartridge may void the machine’s warranty.
Aluminum
Bag
New Toner
Cartridge
Old Toner
Cartridge
Toner
Cartridge
Toner
Cartridge
Drum
Unit

   Troubleshooting and Maintenance   77
MAINTENANCE
8
Gently turn the lever on the toner cartridge backward until it stops.
9
Reinstall the drum unit into the machine and close the top cover.
Replacing the Drum Unit
The machine uses a drum unit to create the print images on paper. If the screen displays CHANGE 
DRUM SOON, the drum unit is nearly at the end of its life. Prepare a new drum unit to replace the 
current one. You may need to order one from your Brother dealer.
Even if the display shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, you may be able to continue to print without 
replacing the drum unit for a while. However, if there is a noticeable deterioration in the output print 
quality even before CHANGE DRUM SOON is shown, then the drum unit should be replaced. You 
should clean the machine when you replace the drum unit.
When removing the drum unit, handle carefully because it contains toner. 
When you replace the drum unit, you should clean the machine.
The drum unit is a consumable, and it is necessary to replace it periodically. There 
are many factors that determine the actual drum life, such as temperature, 
humidity, type of paper and toner that you use and the number of pages per print 
job, etc. The drum life is estimated at approximately 8,000 pages at 1 page per 
job. Because we have no control over the many factors that determine the actual 
drum life, we cannot guarantee a minimum number of pages that will be printed by 
your drum.
Top Cover
Drum Unit

78   Chapter 9
For best performance, use only genuine Brother toner, and the product should be used only in a clean, 
dust-free environment with adequate ventilation.
Follow these steps to replace the drum unit:
1
Open the top cover.
2
Remove the old drum unit. Place the drum unit on an old cloth or large piece of disposable paper 
to avoid spilling and scattering the toner.
3
Remove the toner cartridge from the drum unit and keep it in a safe place. (See Replacing the 
Toner Cartridge, page 74.)
After you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine 
will be extremely HOT! So please be careful.
Top Cover
Drum Unit
Drum
Unit
Toner
Cartridge

   Troubleshooting and Maintenance   79
MAINTENANCE
4
Wait to unpack the new drum unit until immediately before installing it. Place the old drum unit 
into the aluminium bag and discard it according to local regulations.
Discard the used drum unit according to local regulations. Be sure to seal the drum 
unit tightly so toner powder does not spill out of the unit. When discarding used 
drum units, keep them separate from domestic rubbish.
•Do not pull or force the starter sheet from the machine. It will be ejected 
automatically.
•Wait to unpack the drum unit immediately before installing it into the 
machine.
•If an unpacked drum unit is subjected to excessive direct sunlight or room 
light, the unit may be damaged.
•Handle the toner cartridge and the drum unit carefully because they 
contain toner. If toner scatters and your hands or clothes get dirty, 
immediately wipe or wash with cold water.
•Do not touch the scanner window with your finger.
Aluminum
Bag
New Drum
Unit
Old Drum
Unit
Starter Sheet
Do NOT remove 
the Starter Sheet!

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5
Reinstall the toner cartridge into the new drum unit. (See Replacing the Toner Cartridge, page 
74.)
6
Holding the new drum unit by the handles, install it. Close the top cover.
7
The machine will automatically eject the starter sheet. Do not pull or force the starter sheet from 
the machine.
Toner
Cartridge
Drum
Unit
Clear Plastic Starter Sheet

  Important Safety Information   81
IMPORTANT 
INFORMATION
10
Important Safety Information
Important Safety Instructions
1
Read all of these instructions.
2
Save them for later reference.
3
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
4
Switch off and unplug this product from the AC sockets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or 
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
5
Do not place this product on an unstable surface.
6
Slots and openings in the case and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation; to ensure 
reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be 
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, 
rug, or other similar soft surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or 
heater. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is 
provided.
7
This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are 
not sure of the type of power available, consult with your dealer or local power company.
8
This product is equipped with a 3-wire earthed plug. This plug will fit into only an earthed 
socket. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your 
electrician to replace your obsolete socket. Do not defeat the purpose of an earthed plug.
9
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where people can 
walk on the cord.
10
Do not touch a document during printing.
11
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, since they may touch 
dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill 
liquid of any kind on the product.
12
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, because opening or removing covers may expose 
you to dangerous voltage points and/or other risks. Refer all servicing to service personnel.
13
Unplug this product from the mains power and refer servicing to qualified service personnel 
under the following conditions:
◆When the power cord is damaged or frayed.
◆If liquid has been spilled into the product.
◆If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
◆If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. 
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper 
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by 
a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
◆If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
◆If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
14
We do not advise the use of an extension lead.

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IEC 60825 Specification
This machine is a Class 1 laser product as defined in IEC 60825 specifications. The label shown 
below is attached in countries where required.
This machine has a Class 3B Laser Diode which emits invisible laser radiation in the Scanner Unit. 
The Scanner Unit should not be opened under any circumstances.
Laser Diode
Caution
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual 
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
The following caution label is attached near the scanner unit.
Wave length: 760 - 810 nm
Output: 5 mW max.
Laser Class: Class 3B
CLASS  1  LASER  PRODUCT
APPAREIL  À  LASER  DE  CLASSE  1
LASER  KLASSE  1  PRODUKT
CAUTION
ADVARSEL
VARNING
VARO!
ADVARSEL
ATTENTION
VORSICHT
ATENCIÓN
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK OEFEATED.
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.  CLASS 3B LASER PRODUCT.
USYNLIG LASER STRÅLING NÅR KABINETLÅGET STÅR ÅBENT.
UNGDÅ DIREKTE UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.  KLASSE 3B LASER.
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING HÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRRAR
ÄR URKOPPLADE.  STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.  KLASS 3B LASER APPARAT.
AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA
NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.  ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.  LUOKAN
3B LASERLAITE.
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING, UNNGÅ DIREKTE KONTAKT MED LASERENHETEN
NÅR TOPPDEKSELET ER ÅPENT.  KLASSE 3B LASERPRODUKT.
RADIATIONS LASER INVISIBLES OUAND OUVERT ET VERROUILLAGE ENLEVE.
EVITER EXPOSITIONS DIRECTES AU FAISCEAU.  PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 3B.
UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG
GEÖFFNET UND SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG
ÜBERBRÜCKT.  NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
SICHERHEITSKLASSE 3B.
RADIACIÓN LASER INVISIBLE CUANDO SE ABRE
LA TAPA Y EL INTERRUPTOR INTERNO ESTÁ
ATASCADO.  EVITE LA EXPOSICIÓN DIRECTA
DE LOS OJOS.  PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 3B.

IMPORTANT 
INFORMATION
   Important Safety Information   83
For Your Safety
To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug supplied must be inserted only into a standard three-pin 
power point which is effectively grounded through the normal household wiring.
The fact that the equipment operates satisfactorily does not imply that the power is grounded and 
that the installation is completely safe. For your safety, if in any doubt about the effective grounding 
of the power, consult a qualified electrician.
Disconnect device
This product must be installed near a socket outlet that is easily accessible. In case of emergencies, 
you must disconnect the power cord from the socket outlet in order to shut off power completely.

84   Chapter 11
11
Specifications
General Specifications
Printer Specifications
Document input width 148 mm to 216 mm(ADF) Max. 216(Scanner)
Document input length 148 mm to 356 mm(ADF) Max. 297(Scanner)
Scanning/Printing width 208 mm
Automatic Document 
Feeder (ADF) Up to 30 sheets (75 g/m2)
          Acceptable Paper
          Size: Letter, Legal, A4, Executive, A5, B5, A6, B6
          Weight: 64 g/m2 - 90 g/m2
          Thickness: 0.08-0.12 mm
Multi-purpose Sheet Feeder 200 sheets (75 g/m2)
          Acceptable Paper
          Size: A4
          Weight: 64 g/m2 - 158 g/m2
          Thickness: 0.08-0.2 mm
Display LCD, 16 characters x 2, Backlit
Dimensions <WxDxH> 459 x 458 x 354 mm
Weight 11 kg
Emulation Brother Printing System for Windows®, emulation mode of HP 
LaserJet (PCL level 5e)
Printer Driver Windows® 95, 98, 98SE, Me, 2000 professional and Windows NT® 
Workstation Version 4.0 driver supporting Brother Native 
Compression mode and bi-directional capability
Apple® Macintosh® QuickDraw® Driver for OS 
8.5/8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.0.4/9.1
Interface Bi-directional parallel cable (IEEE-1284)
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Interface
Memory 8 MB
Printer Method Electrophotography by semiconductor laser beam scanning
Resolution 600 dots/inch
Print Quality Normal printing mode
Economy printing mode
Print Speed Up to 10 pages/minute (when loading A4 paper from the multi-
purpose sheet feeder)

APPENDIX
   Specifications   85
Computer Requirement 
Consumable Items Toner cartridge:
Life Expectancy: up to 2,200 pages/new toner cartridge
(when printing A4 paper at 5% print coverage)
Toner life expectancy will vary depending on the type of average 
print job.
Drum Unit:
Life Expectancy: 8,000 pages at 1 page per job
There are many factors that determine the actual drum life, such as 
temperature, humidity, type of paper and toner that you use, the 
number of pages per print job, etc.
For Windows®
Operating System CPU
(Pentium) RAM Hard Disk 
Space
95, 98, 98SE 75 MHz 24 MB (32 MB recommended) 50 MB
NT Workstation4.0 75 MHz 32 MB (64 MB recommended)
2000 Professional 133 MHz 64 MB (128 MB recommended)
Me 150 MHz 32 MB (64 MB recommended)
For Macintosh®
Operating System CPU
Pentium RAM Hard Disk 
Space
Apple®
Macintosh®
QuickDraw®
G3, G4, iMac or iBook 
with OS8.5, 8.5.1
(Only Printer)
OS8.6/9.0/9.0.4/9.1
(Printer & Scanner)
All base models meet minimum requirements. 50 MB

86   Chapter 11
Electrical and Environment
Specifications are subject to change for improvement without prior notice.
Compilation and Publication Notice
Under the supervision of Brother Industries Ltd., this manual has been complied and published, 
covering the latest product’s 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.
Temperature (Allowable) 10 - 32.5°C
(Storage) 0 - 40°C
Warm-up Approx. 12 seconds at 25°C
Power source 220 ~ 240V AC 50/60Hz
Power consumption Operating (Copying); 260 W or less (25°C)
Peak: 940 W
Sleep Mode: 15 W or less
Stand by: 75 W or less (25°C)
Noise Operating: 52 dB A or less
Stand by: 39 dB A or less
Humidity Operating: 35 to 80% (without condensation)
Storage: 20 to 80% (without condensation)

APPENDIX
   Specifications   87
Trademarks
Multi-Function Link Pro Suite is registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.
Brother is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.
The brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.
Windows, Windows NT, Microsoft, MS-DOS, Excel and Word are registered trademark of 
Microsoft in the U.S. and other countries.
NT is a trademark of Northern Telecom Limited.
Macintosh is a registered trademark, and iMac is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
PaperPort and TextBridge are registered trademarks of ScanSoft, Inc.
Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement 
specific to its proprietary programs.
IBM and IBM PC are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
All other brand and product names mentioned in this User’s Guide are registered trademarks of their 
respective companies.
Ordering Accessories and Supplies
For the best quality results use only genuine Brother accessories. These are available from most 
Brother dealers or alternatively you can contact our mail order department on telephone number 
0161 931 2258 or fax number 0161 931 2218. (For UK only)
Model Name Description
Laser Fax Toner TN-8000
Laser Fax Drum DR-8000

88
Index
A
Accessories .............................................87
Administrator .........................................32
B
Brother Control Centre ..................... 35-36
C
CHANGE DRUM SOON ................62, 77
CHANGE TONER ...........................62, 74
CHECK DRUM UNIT ...........................62
CHECK PAPER .....................................62
CHECK PAPER SIZE  ...........................62
Cleaning (Drum Unit) ............................73
Cleaning (Printer) ...................................72
Cleaning (Scanner) .................................71
Control Panel Overview ...........................6
COOLING DOWN  ................................62
Copy (2in1, 4in1, Poster) .......................18
Copy (2in1/4in1) ....................................17
Copy (Enlarging/Reducing) ...................15
Copy (Sort) .............................................16
Copy Contrast  ........................................16
Copy Mode .............................................19
Copy Operations  ....................................12
COVER OPEN .......................................62
D
Device Options .......................................31
Difficulty ................................................66
Document Jam ........................................64
DOS ........................................................60
Drum Unit (Replacing)  ..........................77
Duplex Printing ......................................28
E
Error Messages .......................................62
F
Function Selection Table  .........................8
H
HELP ......................................................11
I
iMac .......................................................53
Important Safety Instructions .................81
Importing ................................................49
M
Macintosh® G3, G4 or iMac™ ...............53
Maintenance ...........................................62
Menu Mode ..............................................8
Menu Selection Table  ..............................8
Multi-Purpose Sheet Feeder ...................21
N
Navigation Keys .......................................6
O
On-Screen Programming  .........................ii
OUT OF MEMORY  ..............................13
P
Packing and Shipping  ............................69
Page Setting  ...........................................30
Paper ......................................................24
PAPER JAM ..........................................63
Paper Jam ...............................................64
Paper Type  .............................................24

      89
APPENDIX
PaperPort® ............................................. 47
PLS OPEN COVER .............................. 63
Power Cord .............................................. 5
Power Save ............................................ 10
Print a Report  ........................................ 11
Print Date & Time ................................. 33
Print Density .......................................... 11
Printer Driver Settings ........................... 25
Product Description ............................... 84
Q
Quick Print Setup  .................................. 31
R
Reports .................................................... 6
Reset Key  .............................................. 23
S
Safety Instructions ................................. 81
Scan Image ............................................ 37
Scan Keys .............................................. 36
Scan to E-mail ....................................... 37
Scan to File ............................................ 41
Scan to Word Processor  ........................ 44
Scan/OCR .............................................. 37
Scanning into PC ................................... 50
ScanSoft™ PaperPort® .......................... 47
Simultaneous Printing  ........................... 23
Sleep Mode ............................................ 10
Specifications ........................................ 84
SYSTEM SETUP .................................. 11
T
Toner Cartridge (Replacing)  ................. 74
TONER EMPTY ................................... 63
Toner Save  ............................................ 11
Trademarks ............................................ 87
Troubleshooting .....................................62
W
Watermark ..............................................29
Word Processor ......................................44

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