Brother MFC-295CN User Manual

USER’S GUIDE
MFC-255CW
MFC-295CN
Version 0
USA/CAN

Brother MFC-295CN Specifications

General

Print technology	Inkjet
Maximum resolution	6000 x 1200 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	33 ppm
Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	27 ppm
Digital sender	No
Maximum duty cycle	2500 pages per month
Number of print cartridges	4
Image formats supported	BMP, PCX, PNG
Maximum scan resolution	19200 x 19200 DPI
Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4)	22 cpm
Copy speed (color, normal quality, A4)	20 cpm
Faxing	Mono faxing
Fax memory	200 pages
Modem speed	14.4 Kbit/s
Auto-redialing	Yes
Fax coding methods	JPEG, MH, MMR (Fax coding method), MR
Total input capacity	100 sheets
Total output capacity	50 sheets
Envelopes sizes	C5, DL
Maximum print size	216 x 356 mm
Non-ISO print media sizes	Executive
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)	A4
Supported network protocols (IPv4)	ARP, RARP, BOOTP, APIPA (Auto IP), NetBIOS/WINS, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port9100, DNS Resolver, mDNS, FTP Server, TELNET, SNMPv1, TFTP, Scanner Port, LLTD responder, Web Services
Power requirements	AC 100-120V 50/60Hz
Networking features	10/100 Base-TX
All-in-one functions	Copy, Fax, Scan
Color all-in-one functions	copy, print, scan
Standard interfaces	Ethernet, USB 2.0
USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
Sound pressure level (printing)	50 dB
Power consumption (standby)	6 W
Power consumption (average operating)	26 W
Market positioning	Home & office

Summary

General Information

Control Panel Overview

Control Panel Overview

Loading paper and documents

Loading paper and other print media

Loading documents

Using the ADF (MFC-295CN only)

Using the scanner glass

General setup

On/Off key

Paper settings

Security features

TX Lock

How to prevent unauthorized access to machine functions by enabling TX Lock.

Setting and changing the TX Lock password

Steps to set up or modify the 4-digit password for TX Lock security.

Turning TX Lock on/off

Procedure for activating or deactivating the TX Lock feature on the machine.

Sending a Fax

Entering Fax mode

Faxing from the ADF (MFC-295CN only)

Step-by-step guide for faxing documents using the Automatic Document Feeder.

Faxing from the scanner glass

Instructions for faxing documents placed directly on the scanner glass.

Broadcasting (Black & White only)

Sending faxes using multiple settings

Real Time Transmission

Sending a fax manually

Receiving a Fax

Receive modes

Overview of different receive modes to manage incoming calls and faxes effectively.

Choosing the Receive Mode

Guidance to select the appropriate receive mode based on telephone line setup and usage.

Using receive modes

Easy Receive

Telephone Services and External devices

Voice Operations

Telephone services

Voice Mail

Distinctive Ring

How to use Distinctive Ring service to handle fax and voice calls on separate numbers.

Caller ID

Connecting an external TAD (telephone answering device)

Steps for connecting and configuring an external answering machine for fax reception.

Connecting an external or extension telephone

Using remote codes

Dialing and storing numbers

Manual dialing

Speed Dialing

Guide to setting up and using speed dial numbers for quick dialing.

Storing numbers

Procedures for storing speed dial numbers, pauses, and groups for broadcasting.

Changing Speed Dial numbers

Setting up groups for broadcasting

Printing Reports

Fax reports

Transmission Verification Report

Details on the Transmission Verification Report and its available settings for sending proof.

Fax Journal (activity report)

How to print a report

Making copies

How to copy

Basic steps to enter copy mode and make single or multiple copies.

Entering Copy mode

Making multiple copies

Copy Options

How to temporarily adjust settings like quality, enlargement, paper type, and size for copies.

Changing copy quality

Enlarging or reducing the image copied

Making N in 1 copies or a poster (Page Layout)

PhotoCapture Center®: Printing photos from a memory card or USB Flash memory drive

PhotoCapture Center® Operations

Introduction to printing photos directly from digital media without a PC.

Printing from a memory card or USB Flash memory drive without a PC

Guide to printing photos directly from media cards or USB drives.

Scanning to a memory card or USB Flash memory drive without a PC

Using PhotoCapture Center® from your computer

Getting started

How to print from a memory card or USB Flash memory drive

Step-by-step process to print photos after selecting them from an index.

Print Index (Thumbnails)

Printing Photos

Detailed steps to print individual photos after selecting them from the index.

DPOF printing

PhotoCapture Center® print settings

Adjusting Brightness and Contrast

Scan to a memory card or USB Flash memory drive

Instructions for scanning documents directly to memory cards or USB drives.

Printing photos from a camera (MFC-295CN only)

Printing photos directly from a PictBridge camera

Steps to print photos directly from PictBridge compatible digital cameras.

PictBridge requirements

Setting your digital camera

Printing photos directly from a digital camera (without PictBridge)

How to print photos from cameras using USB Mass Storage standard.

Software and Network features

Safety and Legal

Choosing a location

To use the machine safely

Essential safety precautions to follow during machine operation and maintenance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Critical safety guidelines to prevent fire, electric shock, and injury.

Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance

Troubleshooting

General guide to identifying and resolving common machine problems.

If you are having difficulty with your machine

A troubleshooting chart with specific issues and suggested solutions.

Printing difficulties

Solutions for common printing problems like poor quality, blank pages, and skewed text.

Receiving Faxes difficulties

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to receiving faxes, including line problems and mode settings.

Sending Faxes difficulties

Solutions for problems encountered when sending faxes, such as quality issues or blank pages.

Error and maintenance messages

Explains common error messages and provides actions for maintenance and problem resolution.

Document jam (MFC-295CN only)

Steps to clear document jams from the ADF unit.

Printer jam or paper jam

Instructions for removing jammed paper from various parts of the machine.

Routine maintenance

General maintenance tasks to keep the machine in optimal condition.

Replacing the ink cartridges

Step-by-step guide for replacing ink cartridges to maintain print quality.

Cleaning the scanner

Cleaning the print head

How to manually clean the print head to resolve print quality issues.

Checking the print quality

Steps to print a quality check sheet and assess nozzle condition.

Packing and shipping the machine

Instructions for properly packing the machine for transport to prevent damage.

Menu and Features

On-screen programming

Menu table

Specifications

Print media

Fax

Copy

PhotoCapture Center®

Scanner

Printer

Interfaces

Computer requirements

Consumable items

Network (LAN)

Wireless one-push configuration (MFC-255CW only)