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- Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 1
OWNER'S MANUAL FAX-4100e FAX-4750e FAX-5750e Version B - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 2
Retain this manual with your sales receipt as a permanent record of your purchase, in the event of theft, fire or warranty service. Register your the purchase date of your product should you lose your receipt; n may support an insurance claim by you in the event of product loss covered by insurance - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 3
your product should you lose your receipt; I may support an insurance claim by you in the event of software documents and utilities, read FAQs and troubleshooting tips, and learn how to get the Customer Service In USA: 1-800-284-4329 (voice) 1-901-379-1215 (fax) 1-800-284-3238 (TTY service for - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 4
service center, call 1-800-284-4357. Service Center Locations (Canada only) For the location of a Brother authorized service . You can use the system to receive faxed instructions and an Index of fax back subjects. In -5750e.) NC-8100h Owner's Manual LP2430001 Printer Cable-Bi-Directional (10 - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 5
Notice Under the supervision of Brother Industries Ltd., this manual has been compiled and published, covering the latest product the installation of approved memory board(s), contact a Brother Authorized Service Center to perform the installation of the memory board(s) for you. If - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 6
and Accessory Items is covered by this warranty and if you first reported the problem to Brother or an Authorized Service Center within the applicable warranty period, Brother or its Authorized Service Center will repair or replace the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 7
available for you to pick up at a conveniently located Authorized Service Center. If the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory days; (ii) the problems with your original Product are not covered by the limited warranty; (iii) the proper packaging instructions are not followed and has - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 8
Warranty. (Refer to your Owner's Manual for proper packaging.) For ink-jet products Service is available at Brother Authorized Service Centers throughout Canada. For Technical Support or for the name and location of your nearest Authorized Service Center call 1-877-BROTHER. Internet support: support - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 9
Guide Receive Mode There are four Receive modes: FAX, TAD, FAX/TEL, and MANUAL. Press Mode until the LED shows your selection. Brother fax back system: In http://www.brother.com Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Product Support: http://solutions.brother.com Brother Accessories & Supplies: In USA: - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 10
Storing Numbers Storing One Touch Dial Numbers 1 Press Menu, 2, 3, 1. 2 Press the One Touch key where you want to store the number. 3 Enter a number (up to 20 digits), and then press Set. 4 Enter a name (or leave it blank), and then press Set. 5 Press Stop/Exit. Storing Speed Dial Numbers 1 Press - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 11
contain the information for the Printer, Scanner and PC Fax. When you are ready to learn detailed information about these operations, read the complete Owner's Manual that is included on the CD-ROM. To View On-Line Documentation (For Windows®): 1 Turn on your PC. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 12
(For Windows® Only) You can find all the contacts you will need, such as Web support (Brother Solutions Center), Customer Service and Brother Authorized Service Centers. • Click Brother Support on the main menu. The following screen will appear: I To access our web site (www.brother.com), click - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 13
Mail on the Phone Line 1-5 Why Should There Be Trouble 1-5 How Can You Avoid Possible Problems 1-5 Fax Tones and Handshake 1-6 ECM (Error Correction Mode Paper Cassette #2 (Option for FAX-4100e and FAX-4750e 2-4 Manual Feed Slot 2-5 Paper 2-6 Acceptable Paper 2-6 Paper Capacity of - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 14
3 4 xii Recording Outgoing Message (OGM) on External TAD 2-11 Special Line Considerations 2-12 Roll Over Phone Lines 2-12 Two-Line Phone System 2-12 Converting Telephone Wall Outlets 2-12 Installing Machine, External Two-Line TAD, and Two-Line Telephone 2-13 Multi-Line Connections (PBX 2-14 - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 15
6-1 Before You Begin 6-1 Using the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder 6-1 Sending Faxes with Multiple Settings 6-2 Manual Transmission 6-2 Automatic Transmission 6-2 Manual and Automatic Fax Redial 6-2 Dual Access 6-3 Real Time Transmission 6-3 Checking the Jobs Status 6-4 Canceling - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 16
Numbers 7-2 Setting Up Groups for Broadcasting 7-3 Dialing Options 7-4 Manual Dialing 7-4 Search 7-4 Speed Dialing 7-5 One Touch Dialing 7-5 Hold 7-7 Redial 7-7 Tone/Pulse (For Canada Only 7-7 Telephone Services 8-1 Custom Features 8-1 Distinctive Ring 8-1 What Does Your Telephone - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 17
9 Remote Fax Options 9-1 Fax Forwarding/Paging 9-1 Programming a Fax Forwarding Number 9-1 Programming Your Pager Number 9-2 Setting Fax Storage 9-3 Backup Print Setting (Not available for FAX-4100e)......... 9-3 Changing Remote Retrieval Access Code 9-4 Remote Retrieval 9-4 Using - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 18
) .. 12-4 Network (LAN) Board (Option for FAX-4750e 12-4 13 Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance 13-1 Troubleshooting 13-1 Error Messages 13-1 Document Jam 13-4 Paper Jam 13-4 Paper is Jammed (For Canada Only 14-4 Warranty 14-4 Important Safety Instructions 14-4 Trademarks 14-6 xvi - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 19
15 Glossary G-1 16 Specifications S-1 Product Description S-1 General S-1 Paper S-1 Paper Specifications for the Cassette S-1 Manual Feed Slot S-1 Copy S-1 Fax S-2 Scanner (Not available for FAX-4100e. Option for FAX-4750e. Standard for 5750e S-3 Consumable Items S-3 Electrical and - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 20
screen prompts to guide you through programming your machine. However, you can use your machine to its fullest potential by taking a few minutes to read this manual. Additionally, your machine has a Reports Key. Press Reports, 1 to print a list of basic step instructions and explanations. Finding - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 21
Test Sheet Procedure and Product Registration (For USA Only) After programming your Station ID, please fill out the TEST SHEET included with your machine and then fax it to Brother's Automated Fax Response System as your first transmission. This will verify that your machine is properly installed. - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 22
Control Panel Overview FAX-4100e, FAX-4750e and FAX-5750e have the same control panel keys. 3 2 1 13 14 15 16 12 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 1 Toner Empty Icon The Toner icon flashes on and off when toner is low, so you'll know to order another toner cartridge. You will be able to print until the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 23
8 Dial Pad Dials phone and fax numbers, and can be used as a keyboard for entering information into the machine. (For Canada only) The # key lets you switch the dialing type during a telephone call from PULSE to TONE. 9 Volume High/Low Keys Lets you adjust speaker, ring and handset volume. 0 Stop/ - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 24
conflict with each other while receiving incoming calls. Why Should There Be Trouble? Since both fax machines and Voice Mail pick up the line at details about this type of custom service, please see Distinctive Ring, page 8-1. Another way to avoid a possible problem is to replace your Voice Mail - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 25
Fax Tones and Handshake When someone is sending a fax, the machine sends fax calling tones (CNG tones)-soft, intermittent beeps at 4-second intervals. You'll hear them when you dial and press Fax Start; they continue for about 60 seconds after dialing. During that time, the sending machine must - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 26
(For FAX-5750e Only) Software License Agreement (For FAX-5750e Only) Quick Setup Guide Accessory Order Form Owner's Manual Paper Cassette #2 (Option for FAX-4100e and FAX-4750e) Note If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (in USA) or 1-877-BROTHER (in Canada). See - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 27
Choosing a Location Place your 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 telephone jack and a standard, grounded power outlet. Avoid placing your machine in a high-traffic area. Do not place near heaters, air - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 28
Assembly Installing the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner Cartridge) 1 Unpack the drum unit assembly, including the toner cartridge, and gently rock it from side to side five or six times to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. To prevent damage to the drum, do not expose it to light for - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 29
and Document Tray with Extension. Unfold the extension, which holds documents in place. Document Tray with Extension Document Support 2 Unfold the Front Output Bin Extension, which holds printed pages in place. Front Output Bin Extension Connecting Paper Cassette #2 (Option for FAX-4100e and - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 30
Manual Feed Slot Use the manual feed slot to print or copy on envelopes, labels, transparencies, card stock or thicker paper: The manual do not have to choose Manual Feed in the Setup dialog manual feed slot. 1 Align the paper at the center of the manual feed slot and insert the paper into the manual - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 31
cut sheet #1 & #2: Letter, Legal, A4, A5, ISO B5, Executive Manual Feed Slot: cut sheet envelopes post cards labels and transparencies Letter, Legal, A4 #2: Front Output Bin: Max. paper height is 1.06 inches (27 mm) (use the guides) or approx. 250 sheets of 20 lb. (75 g/m2) Letter/A4 paper, 10 - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 32
Manual Feed Slot Basis Weight: Caliper: Moisture Content: Cut Sheet 16 to 43 lb. (60 to 161 g/m2) 0.003 to 0.008 inches. (0.08 to 0.2 mm) 4% to 6% - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 33
. Press down on the paper to flatten it in all four corners, keeping the paper level below the guide. The cassette can hold up to 250 sheets of 20 lb (75g/m2) paper. Maximum Paper Height Guide 4 Slide the paper cassette into the machine until it locks into place. 2-8 ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 34
Connections Connecting the Machine Connect the handset, power cord, and telephone line. 1 Connecting the Handset Connect the curled handset cord to the bottom of the handset and the left side of the machine. 2 Connect the power cord. 3 Connect the telephone line. Connect one end of the telephone - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 35
for the fax "handshake." Make sure you carefully follow the instructions in this manual for recording your outgoing message. We do not recommend using the If You Subscribe to your Telephone Company's Distinctive Ring Service: You may connect an external TAD to a separate wall jack only - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 36
in recording this message. The message sets up the ways to handle both manual and automatic fax reception. 1 Record 5 seconds of silence at the or loud voice. You may try omitting this pause, but if your machine has trouble receiving, then you must rerecord the OGM to include it. A S S E M B L Y A - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 37
Special Line Considerations Roll Over Phone Lines A roll over phone system is a group of two or more separate telephone lines that pass incoming calls to each other if they are busy. The calls are usually passed down or "rolled over" to the next available phone line in a preset order. Your machine - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 38
Installing Machine, External Two-Line TAD, and Two-Line Telephone When you are installing an external two-line telephone answering device (TAD) and a two-line telephone, your machine must be isolated on one line at both the wall jack and at the TAD. The most common connection is to put the machine - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 39
operator, it is recommended that the Receive Mode be set to MANUAL. All incoming calls should initially be regarded as telephone calls. 3 ID, RingMaster, an answering service, or an alarm system, or other custom feature on one phone line, it may create a problem with the operation of your - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 40
LCD, we created step-by-step onscreen prompts to help you program your machine. All you need to do is follow the prompts as they guide you through the menu selections and programming options. Menu Mode You can access the Menu by pressing Menu. The LCD shows: Then For FAX-4100e - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 41
For FAX-5750e: Press 1 for General Setup-OR- Press 2 for Fax Operations-OR- Press 3 for Copy Operations-OR- Press 4 for Print Operations-OR- Press 5 for Network Operations. 1.GENERAL SETUP 2.FAX 3.COPY 4.PRINTER 5.LAN You can scroll more quickly by pressing . (Use to scroll backward and see all - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 42
Menu Selection Table You can probably perform most of these programming operations without the Owner's Manual. To help you understand the menu selections and options that are found in the machine programs, use the Menu Selection Table below. Main Menu Submenu 1. - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 43
fax messages without pressing the Fax Start key. Activate or deactivate the machine from a remote location. You can type in new codes. Page 5-3 4-7 4-8 4-8 4-8 See French Manual 5-2 5-2 5-3 5-5 Note The factory setting (option) is shown in bold. 3-4 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 44
Main Menu Submenu 2. FAX 1. SETUP (continued) RECEIVE (continued) 2. SETUP SEND Menu Selections Options 5. AUTO ON REDUCTION OFF These settings appear if Cassette #2 was installed and set to ON. CASSETTE #1 CASSETTE #2 6. PRINT DENSITY - + 7. POLLING RX ON 1. CONTRAST OFF AUTO - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 45
Main Menu Submenu 2. FAX 2. SETUP (continued) SEND (continued) 3. SET AUTO DIAL 4. SETUP REPORTS 5. REMOTE FAX OPT Menu Selections Options Descriptions 0. OVERSEAS ON MODE OFF Adjusts for sometimes difficult overseas transmissions. 1. ONE-TOUCH Store One-Touch DIAL numbers so you can - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 46
are in memory or cancel a delayed 5-8, 6-4 fax or polling job. 0. MISCELLANEOUS 1. DISTINCTIVE ON OFF SET Uses the telephone company Distinctive Ring subscriber service to register the 8-1 ring pattern with the machine. 2. CALLER ID DISPLAY# View or print a list of the last 30 Caller IDs - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 47
Main Menu 4. LAN (Option for FAX-4750e.) 5. LAN (For FAX-5750e.) (Not available for FAX-4100e.) Submenu Menu Selections Options Descriptions Page See the NC8100h Owner's manual on the CDROM. Note The factory setting (option) is shown in bold. 3-8 ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 48
4 Initial Setup 4 Getting Started Setting Paper Size You can use three sizes of paper for printing your faxes: letter, legal and A4. When you change the size of paper you have loaded in the machine, you will need to change the setting for the paper size, so your machine will know how to fit the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 49
Setting Cassette Usage The default setting of AUTO allows your machine to choose the optional Cassette #2 if paper is out in Cassette #1 or if incoming faxes will fit best on the paper in Cassette #2. Choose CASSETTE#1 ONLY or CASSETTE#2 ONLY if you want to keep special paper in the other cassette - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 50
Setting Station ID You should store your name or (company name) and fax number to be printed on all fax pages you send. The telephone number you enter will be printed only on your cover pages. (See Composing Electronic Cover Page, Page 6-6.) 1 Press Menu, 1, 3. 3.STATION ID 2 Enter your fax - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 51
Entering Text When you are setting certain functions, such as the Station ID, you may need to type text into the machine. Most keys on the dial pad have three or four letters printed above them. The keys for 0, # and don't have printed letters because they are used for special characters. By - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 52
Setting the Ring Volume 1 Press Menu, 1, 4, 1. 2 Press or to select (OFF, LOW, MED, or HIGH) and press Set. 1.RING 3 Press Stop/Exit. -OR- You can adjust the ring volume when your machine is idle. You can turn the ring OFF or you can select a ring volume level. Press High or Low to adjust the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 53
Setting the Handset Volume 1 Press Menu, 1, 4, 4. 2 Press or to select your setting (LOW or HIGH), and then press Set. The default setting is LOW. 4.HANDSET 3 Press Stop/Exit. -OR- Any time you are talking on the telephone, you can adjust the handset volume by pressing the volume High or Low - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 54
Setting Volume Amplify (For the Hearing-Impaired) Please carefully read Choosing the Handset Volume (For Volume Amplify), on page 4-6 before you do the following steps: 1 Press Menu, 1, 4, 5. 5.VOLUME AMPLIFY 2 If none of the users are hearing-impaired, press or to select VOL AMPLIFY:OFF? and - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 55
Set. 3 Press Stop/Exit. Setting Tone/Pulse Dialing Mode Your fax machine comes set to accommodate tone (multi-frequency) dialing service. If you have pulse (rotary) dialing service, you need to change the dialing mode. 1 Press Menu, 1, 9. 9.TONE/PULSE 2 Press or to select TONE or PULSE and - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 56
indicators mean = not selected = is selected and lit. Mode FAX (automatic receive) TAD (External Telephone Answering Device) FAX/TEL* (fax and telephone) MANUAL (manual receive) Light How it works When to use it FAX The machine TAD automatically answers every call as a fax. FAX/TEL For - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 57
Setting Ring Delay The Ring Delay setting determines the number of times the machine rings before it answers. If you have extension phones on the same line as the machine, keep the Ring Delay default setting of 4. (See Easy Receive, Page 5-3 and Operation from Extension Telephone or External - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 58
Easy Receive When you use this feature, you don't have to press Fax Start when you answer a fax call and hear calling beeps. Just hold the handset and wait a few seconds. When you see RECEIVING on the LCD or when you hear "chirps" through the handset of an extension phone connected to another wall - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 59
Setting the Print Density If your machine is printing too light or too dark, you can adjust print density, making your printed documents darker or lighter. The new setting will remain until you change it again. 1 Press Menu, 2, 1, 6. 2 Press to make print lighter, or to make print darker. 6.PRINT - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 60
Advanced Receiving Operations Operation from Extension Telephone or External Telephone If you answer a fax call on an extension phone (or on an external phone in the EXT. jack), you can make your machine take over by using the Fax Receive Code. When you press the Fax Receive Code 5 1, the machine - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 61
Printing a Fax in Memory If you have Fax Storage ON for Remote Retrieval you can still print a fax in the memory when you are at your machine. (See Setting Fax Storage, Page 9-3.) 1 Press Menu, 2, 5, 4. 2 Press Fax Start. 4.PRINT FAX 3 After printing is finished, and then press Stop/Exit. - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 62
Turning Memory Security OFF 1 Press Menu, and then enter the registered 4-digit password. Memory Security is automatically turned off and the LCD shows the Date and Time. Note If you enter the wrong Password, the LCD shows WRONG PASSWORD and stays OFFLINE. The machine will stay in Secure Mode until - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 63
Setting Up Sequential Polling Receive Your machine can request documents from several fax units in a single operation. Afterward, a Sequential Polling Report will be printed. (See Canceling a Scheduled Job, Page 5-8.) 1 Press Menu, 2, 1, 7. 7.POLLING RX 2 Press or to select Polling ON (or OFF), - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 64
begin sending faxes, please be sure to read all the instructions and cautions listed below for placing originals in the automatic document Make sure you insert documents face down, top edge first. I Adjust the paper guides to fit the width of your document. I The ADF (automatic document feeder) can - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 65
settings. The LCD returns to the SETUP SEND menu-OR- Press 2 if you are finished choosing settings, and then go to the next step. Manual Transmission Manual transmission lets you hear the dial tone, ringing and fax receiving tones while sending a fax. 1 Place the original face down in the ADF - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 66
Dual Access You can scan up to 50 documents into the fax memory, even while the machine is receiving or sending another fax (from memory). You can set temporary settings for each fax you're scanning, except Timer and Polling. If you try to scan and store a 51st fax, the machine will send it - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 67
Checking the Jobs Status Check which jobs are still waiting in memory to be sent. (If no jobs are waiting, the LCD shows NO JOB WAITING.) (Canceling Jobs in Memory on this page.) 1 Press Menu, 2, 6. 2 If you have multiple jobs waiting, use or to scroll through the list. 3 Press Stop/Exit. Canceling - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 68
Basic Sending Operations Contrast If your document is very light or very dark, you might want to set the contrast. Use S.LIGHT to send a very light document. Use S.DARK to send a very dark document. 1 Place the original face down in the ADF. 2 Press Menu, 2, 2, 1. 1.CONTRAST 3 Use or to select - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 69
generated at the receiving party's machine. Your cover page includes the name stored in the One Touch or Speed Dial memory. If you're dialing manually, the name is left blank. (See One Touch Dialing, Page 7-5 and Speed Dialing, Page 7-5.) The cover page indicates your Station ID, and the number of - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 70
Composing Your Own Comments You can set up two custom comments. 1 Press Menu, 2, 2, 9. 2 Use or to choose position 5 or 6 for your customized comment and then press Set. 3 Use the dial pad to enter your customized comment, and then press Set. (See Entering Text, Page 4-4.) 4 Press 1 if you want to - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 71
Always Send Cover Page Make sure the Station ID is set up. This feature does not work without the Station ID. (See Setting Station ID, Page 4-3.) You can set the machine to send a cover page whenever you send a fax. The number of pages in your fax is not included when you use this setting. 1 - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 72
Advanced Sending Operations Overseas Mode After you send a fax using this feature, the feature turns itself off. 1 Place the original face down in the ADF. 2 Press Menu, 2, 2, 0. 3 Press or to select ON (or OFF), and then press Set. 0.OVERSEAS MODE 4 Press 1 if you want to select additional - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 73
Delayed Fax During the day you can store up to 50 documents into memory for delayed sending. Transmission of these documents will begin at the time of day you enter in Step 3. If you have set up in Delayed Timer on page 6-9, you can accept it in Step 3 or enter another time for this fax. 1 Place - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 74
Setting Up Polling Transmit Polling Transmit is when you set up your machine to wait with a document so another fax machine can retrieve it. 1 Place the original face down in the ADF. 2 Press Menu, 2, 2, 7. 7.POLLED TX 3 Press or to choose POLLED TX:ON, and then press Set. POLLED TX:OFF? - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 75
7 Auto Dial Numbers and 7 Dialing Options Storing Numbers for Easy Dialing You can set up your machine to do three types of easy dialing: One Touch, Speed Dial, and Groups for Broadcasting of faxes. You can store names with these numbers for easy identification. If you must wait for another dial - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 76
Storing Speed Dial Numbers You can store Speed Dial numbers, so you can dial by pressing only six keys (five keys for FAX-4100e) (Search/Speed Dial, #, and the Speed Dial location, and Fax Start). E-mail addresses can be stored in locations 01-100. E-mail address cannot be stored in FAX-4100e. 1 - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 77
Setting Up Groups for Broadcasting Groups allow you to send the same fax message to many fax numbers by pressing only one One Touch Group key (and Fax Start). First, you'll need to store each fax number as a One Touch or Speed Dial number. Then, you can combine them into a Group. Each Group uses up - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 78
use your machine to make voice telephone calls, by dialing manually, or by using Search, One Touch or Speed Dial 've stored, or, if you haven't stored a name, the fax number you've stored. Manual Dialing Manual dialing is simply pressing all of the digits of the phone number. 1 Pick up the handset- - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 79
Speed Dialing 1 Pick up the handset-OR-Press Hook. (See Storing Speed Dial Numbers, Page 7-2.) 2 When you hear a dial tone, press Search/Speed Dial, and then press # then the three-digit (two-digit for FAX-4100e) Speed Dial number. 3 If you pressed Hook to dial the call, pick up the handset when the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 80
same fax message to multiple fax numbers. Using the Broadcast key, you can include Groups, One Touch locations, Speed Dial locations, plus up to 50 manually dialed numbers. However, available memory will vary with the types of jobs in memory and the number of locations used for broadcasting. If you - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 81
and setting them up separately in any combination. You can even include manual dialing using the dial pad. The combined number will be dialed in example, telephone banking), follow the directions below. If you have touch tone service, you do not need this feature to send tone signals. 1 Lift the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 82
fax machine supports the Distinctive Ring and Caller ID telephone services offered by some telephone companies. If you have Voice Mail, Call Waiting, Call Waiting/Caller ID, RingMaster, an answering service, or on alarm system custom feature on your telephone line, it may create a problem in the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 83
peacefully. If each one has a separate phone number, neither will interfere with the other's work. If you decide to get the Distinctive Ring Service from the telephone company, you will need to follow the directions below to "register" the new Distinctive Ring pattern they provided, so your fax - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 84
all the numbers. Registering the Distinctive Ring Pattern 1 Set the machine to MANUAL mode. 2 Press Menu, 2, 0, 1. 3 Press or to select this machine lets you use the Caller ID subscriber service offered by many local phone companies. This service provides the name or telephone number of your caller - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 85
number or name. Printing Caller ID List 1 Press Menu, 2, 0, 2. 2 Press or to select PRINT REPORT and then press Set. 3 Press Fax Start to exit. 8-4 TELEPHONE SERVICES - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 86
9 Remote Fax Options 9 Fax Forwarding/Paging You cannot use Paging and Fax Forwarding at the same time. You cannot use Paging and Fax Forwarding when "Fax Storage" is set to OFF. Programming a Fax Forwarding Number When Fax Forwarding is set to ON, your machine stores the received fax in memory, - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 87
Programming Your Pager Number When Paging is selected, your machine dials the pager number you've programmed, and then dials your Personal Identification Number (PIN); this activates your pager so you know you have a fax message in the memory. 1 Press Menu, 2, 5, 1. 1.FAX FWD/PAGING 2 Press or - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 88
Setting Fax Storage If you set Fax Storage to ON, you will be able to retrieve fax messages from another location using Fax Forwarding, Paging or Remote Retrieval functions. The LCD will indicate when you have a fax stored in memory. (See Remote Retrieval, Page 9-4.) 1 Press Menu, 2, 5, 2. The - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 89
command, your machine beeps three times. 5 Press 9 0 to reset your machine when you're finished. 6 Hang up. If your machine is set to MANUAL mode, you can access your machine by waiting about 2 minutes, and then entering the Remote Retrieval Access Code within 30 seconds. 9-4 REMOTE FAX OPTIONS - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 90
Remote Commands Follow the commands below to access features remotely. When you call your machine and enter your Remote Retrieval Access Code (1 5 9 ), the system will signal you with two short beeps to enter a remote command. Remote Commands 95 Changing Fax Forwarding /Paging setting 1 OFF 2 Fax - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 91
Retrieving Fax Messages 1 Dial your fax number. 2 When your machine answers, immediately enter your Remote Retrieval Access Code (1 5 9 ). 3 As soon as you hear two short beeps, use the dial pad to press 9 6 2. 4 Using the dial pad, enter the number (up to 20 digits) of the remote fax machine where - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 92
10 Printing Reports 10 Machine Settings and Activity Two reports require initial setup in the Menu: Transmission Verification Report and Fax Activity Report Interval. For initial setup: Press Menu, 2, 4, 1. -OR- 1.TRANSMISSION Press Menu, 2, 4, 2. 2.ACT.INTERVAL Customizing the Transmission - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 93
3 Enter the time to begin printing, in 24-hour format, and then press Set. (For example: enter 19:45 for 7:45 PM.) 4 Press Stop/Exit. Using the Reports Key 1 Press Reports. 2 Press or to select the report you want, and then press Set. -OR- Enter the number of the report you want to print. For - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 94
11 Making Copies 11 Using Your Machine as a Copier You can use your machine as a copy machine, making up to 99 copies at a time. The machine can stack the copies or collate (sort) them. The scannable area of your Brother machine begins at approximately one-sixth inch (4mm) from the edge of the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 95
Out of Memory Message If the memory becomes full while you are scanning a document to be copied the LCD shows: OUT OF MEMORY If the OUT OF MEMORY message appears while you are scanning the first page of your original, press Stop/Exit to cancel. You will need to clear some faxes from memory before - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 96
Using the Enlarge/Reduce Key AUTO sets the machine to calculate the ratio that fits the size of your paper. ZOOM allows you to enter a ratio from 50% to 200% in 1% increments. Press Enlarge/Reduce and or 50% 78% LGL>LTR 94% A4>LTR AUTO 100% 104% EXE>LTR 150% 200% ZOOM 1 Place the original face - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 97
Copy Contrast You can adjust copy contrast to make copies darker or lighter. 1 Place the original face down in the ADF. 2 Use the dial pad to 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, and then press Set. 5 Press Copy. - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 98
Sorting Multiple Copies 1 Place the original face down in the ADF. 2 Use the dial pad to enter the number of copies you want (up to 99). 3 Press Options and or to select OPT:STACK/SORT, and then press Set. 4 Press or to select SORT, and then press Set. 5 Press Copy. -OR- Press or for additional - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 99
Paper Type You can use the following types of paper for copying. For the best print quality, select the type of media that you are using. THIN (16lb - 18.4lb) - For thin paper or transparency PLAIN (18.7lb - 25.3lb) - For ordinary plain paper THICK (25.6lb - 32lb) - For heavy weight paper or - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 100
Changing Default Copy Settings Press Menu and 3 to change default settings for Copy mode. These settings will remain until you change them again by pressing Menu. Adjust the Contrast and Quality settings. By pressing a number, you can adjust copy settings as shown in the following chart. Press or to - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 101
Copy Contrast You can adjust copy contrast to make copies darker or lighter. 1 Press Menu, 3, 2. 2.CONTRAST 2 Press to make a copy lighter-OR- Press to make a copy darker, and then press Set. 3 Press Stop/Exit. Paper Type You can use the following types of paper for copying. For the best - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 102
12 Optional Accessories 12 Memory Board (For FAX-4750e and FAX-5750e Only) The memory board is installed on the main controller board inside the machine. When you add the optional memory board, it increases the performance for both fax and printer operations. Model Name Optional Memory FAX- - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 103
2 Remove the screws securing the rear cover and remove the cover. Backup Battery 3 Remove the screws securing the access plate and remove the plate. Backup Battery 4 Disconnect the connector from the backup battery. 12 - 2 O P T I O N A L A C C E S S O R I E S - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 104
5 To install the memory board onto the main controller board, plug the attached spacer into the connectors of the main controller board. WARNING I Hold the memory board by its edges. Do not touch the surface of the board. I Make sure the memory board is securely seated on the main controller board. - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 105
), you can connect your machine into the network to use the Internet FAX, Network Scanner, Network Printer and Network Management operations. (See NC-8100h User's Guide on the CD-ROM.) 12 - 4 O P T I O N A L A C C E S S O R I E S - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 106
and 13 Routine Maintenance Troubleshooting IMPORTANT For technical and operational assistance, you must drum unit is near the end of its Use the drum unit until you have a life. print quality problem; then replace the drum unit with a new one. The drum counter was not reset. 1. Open the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 107
too hot or too cool. again, and then leave the MFC for 10 minutes. MACHINE ERROR The machine has a mechanical XX problem. Turn the power off. Then call Brother Customer Service at: In USA: 1-800-284-4329 In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER OUT OF MEMORY (May occur when the machine is used as - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 108
again. If the machine cannot reset itself and return to the date and time prompt, it will display MACHINE ERROR XX. Please call Brother Customer Service and tell them the Machine Error number at: In USA: 1-800-284-4329 In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER The paper is jammed in the machine. Do - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 109
Document Jam The originals did not feed properly, or were too long. 1 Lift the control panel. 2 Carefully pull the document toward the front of the machine. 3 Close the control panel. 4 Press Stop/Exit. Paper Jam Before you can clear a paper jam error, you must find out where the paper is stuck. See - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 110
Paper is Jammed in the Paper Cassette 1 Pull the paper cassette out of the machine. 2 Remove any crinkled sheets. 3 Adjust the guides to fit. 4 Press down on the paper to flatten it in the paper cassette. 5 Reinstall the paper cassette. Paper is Jammed near the Drum Unit 1 - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 111
copy looks good, the problem is probably not your machine. Check the table below and follow the troubleshooting tips. DIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONS Printing copy looks bad, clean the scanner area. If there is still a problem, call Brother Customer Service at: 1-800-284-4329 (in USA) or 1-877-BROTHER (in - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 112
handset cord is not in the EXT jack. Check power cord connection. Send a manual fax by pressing Hook-OR-by lifting the handset, and dialing the number. Wait on the phone line. Try sending the fax again. If the problem continues, call the Telephone Company to check your phone line. The receiving - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 113
signal comes through on the line, the signal can temporarily interrupt or disrupt the fax data. Brother's ECM feature should help overcome this problem. This condition is related to the telephone system industry and is common to all devices that send and receive information on a single, shared - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 114
DIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONS General Printing Difficulties The machine does not print. Check the following: • The machine is plugged in. • The toner cartridge and drum unit are installed properly. • The interface cable is securely connected between the machine and the computer. • Check to see if LCD - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 115
that the computer's parallel port settings in the BIOS are set to support a bidirectional machine, i.e. (Parallel Port ModeECP). MFC Connect Failure If to Turn Off AutoLoad, Page 14-2, in On-Line Documentation (Owner's Manual) on the CD-ROM.) Windows® Setup Printing Difficulties I cannot print - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 116
application manual. The machine does not load transparencies. The Outer Chute on your machine may be bent. Please straighten the Outer Chute, and then use transparencies again. If the machine still does not load transparencies, call Brother Customer Service to troubleshoot the problem with you - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 117
black text and graphic areas. White Spots Make sure that you use paper that meets the specifications. Rough surface or thick media can cause the problem. If you still see white spots and the LCD shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, replace the drum unit with a new one. Check the machine's environment - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 118
-18. Also, do not use heat-sensitive paper because it will cause this problem. After cleaning, if the printed pages are still black and the LCD shows Marks may disappear by themselves. Try copying multiple pages to clear this problem. Marks may occur if the machine has not been used for a long - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 119
DIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONS Print Quality Difficulties (CONTINUED) Printed pages are blurred at the center or at either edge. Blurred Page Certain environmental conditions such as humidity and high temperatures may cause this condition to occur. Make sure the machine is placed on a flat, horizontal - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 120
bag and seal the bag. 5 Close the front cover. Fold down the front output bin extension. Remove the telephone line cord, document tray, document support, handset, and handset cord, and pack them. 6 If Cassette #2 is connected, unplug the modular cable from the modular jack of the Brother machine - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 121
parts (cord, paper cassette, printed materials) in the carton. Bottom Layer Note If you are returing the machine to Brother as part of the Exchange Service, pack only the machine. Keep all separate parts to use with your "Exchange" machine. Caution Be sure to take out any optional memory upgrade - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 122
Middle Layer Top Layer 9 Close the carton and tape it shut. T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E 13 - 17 - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 123
Routine Maintenance Keep your 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 and do not use water. Cleaning the Document Scanner 1 Unplug the telephone line, and then the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 124
WARNING Just after you have used the machine, some internal parts of the machine are extremely HOT! When you open the front cover of the machine, never touch the shaded parts as shown in the diagram below. HOT! 3 Gently clean the scanner window by wiping with a clean soft dry cloth. Do not use - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 125
3 Reinstall the drum unit into the machine. (See Replacing the Drum Unit, Page 13-23.) 4 Close the front cover. 5 Plug in the power cord first, and then plug in the telephone cord. Replacing the Toner Cartridge The machine can print up to 6,000 pages using a high yield toner cartridge. When the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 126
WARNING Just after you use the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be extremely HOT! So, never touch the shaded parts shown in the illustration. HOT! 1 Open the front cover and pull out the drum unit. Place the drum unit on a drop cloth or large piece of disposable paper to avoid - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 127
specially formulated to ensure top print quality. Using another brand of toner cartridge may void your machine's warranty. Warranty coverage does not apply to problems caused by the use of 3rd party Toner, 3rd party Toner cartridge or 3rd party Drum unit. 4 Gently rock the toner cartridge from side - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 128
8 Reinstall the drum unit and close the front cover. Replacing the Drum Unit The machine uses a drum unit to create print images on paper. If the LCD shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, the drum unit is near the end of its life and it is time to purchase a new one. Even if the LCD shows CHANGE DRUM SOON, you - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 129
of drum life. REMAINING:70% Even if the remaining drum life is 0%, you may continue to use the drum unit until you have a print quality problem. 13 - 24 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 130
connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details. The REN is used to determine the number of telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn't practical, the - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 131
trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Brother Customer Service. (See Brother Numbers, on page i.) If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 132
or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous invisible radiation exposure. Caution Changes or energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 133
by Brother Industries, Ltd. (See Ordering Accessories and Supplies, page ii.) 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 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 134
to Authorized Service Personnel under the following conditions: A When the power cord is damaged or frayed. B If liquid has been spilled into the product. C If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 135
of an electrical shock) or to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. • Use only the power cord indicated in this manual. Trademarks Brother is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. The Brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. Multi-Function Link is - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 136
beep when you press a key or make an error. Broadcasting The ability to send the same fax message to more than one location. Caller ID A service purchased from the Telephone Company that lets you see the number (or name) of the party calling you. Your Brother machine stores the latest callers - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 137
that all delayed faxes will be sent on a first come/first served basis. Distinctive Ring A service purchased from your telephone company that provides another phone number on an existing phone line. The Brother to program your Brother machine when you do not have the Owner's Manual with you. G - 2 - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 138
screen on the Brother machine that shows interactive messages during On-Screen Programming and defaults to the date and time when the machine is idle. manual fax When you press Hook-OR-lift the handset so you can hear the receiving fax machine answer before you press Fax Start to begin - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 139
ScanSoft® PaperPort® for Brother (Not available for FAX-4100e and FAX-4750e) Document management application where you can view received faxes and scanned originals. ScanSoft® TextBridge® OCR (Not available for FAX-4100e and FAX-4750e) Optional Character Recognition (OCR) software that converts a - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 140
Weight: Caliper: Moisture Content: Cut Sheet 16 to 28 lb. (60 to 105 g/m2) 0.003 to 0.005 inches. (0.08 to 0.13 mm) 4% to 6% by weight Manual Feed Slot Basis Weight: Caliper: Moisture Content: Cut Sheet 16 to 43 lb. (60 to 161 g/m2) 0.003 to 0.008 inches. (0.08 to 0.2 mm) 4% to - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 141
Paper Cassette 250 sheets (20 lb) Gray Scale 64 levels Polling Types Standard or Sequential Contrast Control Automatic/Super Light/Super Dark (Manual setting using control panel keys) Resolution • Horizontal 203 dot/inch (8 dot/mm) • Vertical Standard-98 line/inch (3.85 line/mm) Fine, Photo - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 142
Scanner (Not available for FAX-4100e. Option for FAX-4750e. Standard for 5750e.) Scanner operations are not available for FAX-4100e. Download the Scanner Driver for FAX-4750e from: http://solutions.brother.com TWAIN Compliant Document Size Resolution Scanning/Printing Width Automatic Document - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 143
Me/2000/XP and Windows NT® Workstation Version 4.0 driver supporting Brother Native Compression mode and bi-directional capability Apple® when loading letter size paper from paper cassette) Output Tray Paper Capacity 150 sheets Manual Feed Slot Custom size paper (2.75" × 5 to 8.5" × 14") - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 144
) OS 8.6 - 9.2 (Printing and Scanning) All base models meet minimun requirements Mac OS X v.10/10.1 (Printing Only) 2 NOTE: USB is not supported under Windows® 95 or Windows NT® 4.0 All registered trademarks referenced herein are the property of their respective companies. 1 Printer Driver and - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 145
Parallel Interface Specifications Interface Connector Printer Side: Amphenol FCN-685J036-L/X or equivalent Pin Assignment A shielded cable should be used. Pin No. Signal Direction Pin No. Signal Direction 1 DATA STROBE Input 19 0V(S.G.) - 2 DATA 1 Input 20 0V(S.G.) - 3 DATA 2 - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 146
Resident Fonts (For FAX-5750e Only) The following bitmapped fonts are resident in the machine. Brougham 10 (12 point) upright/normal Brougham 12 (10 point) upright/normal Letter Gothic 16.66 (8.5 point) upright/normal (Portrait and Landscape are available for the above.) Symbol Sets/ - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 147
The following table shows characters available only in the corresponding character set. The numbers at the top of the table are code values with which characters are to be replaced in the Roman 8 character set. For other characters, see character set of Roman 8. S-8 PRINTER - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 148
Groups for 7-3 Brother accessories and supplies ii Brother numbers i Brother Solutions Center i Customer Service i fax back system ii Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) i on the World Wide Web i product Support i Test Sheet, sending 1-2 warranties Canada vi Notice-Disclaimer of Warranties iii USA iv - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 149
automatic transmission 6-2 Broadcasting 7-6 canceling jobs in memory 6-4 contrast 6-5 delayed 6-10 from memory (Dual Access) 6-3 in real time 6-3 manual transmission 6-2 overseas 6-9 polling 6-11 resolution 6-5 timer for delayed sending 6-9 using multiple settings 6-2 FAX/TEL mode 5-1, 5-2 answering - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 150
10 EXT. jack on machine external telephone 2-10 triplex adapter 2-12 L LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) 3-1 M maintenance, routine 13-18 manual mode 5-1 sending 6-2 manual feed slot 2-6 Memory Security 5-6 Menu mode programming at a glance 3-1 Menu table 3-3 O One Touch numbers accessing with Shift key - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 151
Fine, Photo) S-2 print S-4 scan S-3 Ring Delay,setting 5-2 S Safety Instructions 14-4 scanner, cleaning 13-18 Search 7-4 Serial Number how to find ... cartridge installing 2-3 replacing 13-20 Toner Save 4-8 transparencies 2-5 troubleshooting document jam 13-4 error messages on LCD 13-1 if you - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 152
CARD R-1 CHECK RECEIVING STATUS Press 9 7 1 1 long beep - Fax message(s) 3 short beeps - No messages CHANGE ANSWER MODE Press 9 8 then for TAD, press 1. FAX/TEL (Fax/Telephone), press 2. FAX, press 3. EXIT REMOTE OPERATION Press 9 0. Fold Fold REMOTE RETRIEVAL ACCESS CARD Using Remote Access - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 153
Changing Remote Retrieval Access Code 1 Press Menu, 2, 5, 3. 2 Enter a three-digit number from 000 to 999. The cannot be changed. 3 Press Set. 4 Press Stop/Exit. Remote Commands CHANGE PAGING/FAX FORWARDING SETTING Press 9 5. then to Turn feature off, press 1. Select Fax Forwarding, press 2. Select - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 154
EQUIPMENT ATTACHMENT LIMITATIONS (For Canada Only) NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed - Brother International FAX-4100/FAX-4100e | Users Guide for FAX-4100e - Page 155
Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard P.O. Box 6911 Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. 1 rue H tel de Ville, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, QC, Canada H9B 3H6 Visit us on the World Wide Web http://www.brother.com These machines are made
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