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Brother MFC-295CN - User Manual

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

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Questions and Answers

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      To resolve poor print quality on your Brother All in One Printer, first check the print quality settings. Ensure the printer driver or paper type setting matches the paper you're using. Make sure your ink cartridges are fresh and that you're using Genuine Brother Innobella™ Ink. Try using recommended paper types and ensure the printer's environment is between 68 °F to 91 °F (20 °C to 33 °C).
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      If your Brother All in One Printer is printing pages that appear dirty or the ink seems to run, ensure you are using the recommended types of paper and allow the ink to dry completely before handling the paper. Verify that you are using Genuine Brother Innobella™ Ink. If printing on photo paper, confirm that you have selected the correct paper type in the printer driver settings.
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      To address white horizontal lines appearing in text or graphics from your Brother All in One Printer, start by cleaning the print head. Also, ensure you are using Genuine Brother Innobella™ Ink and try using the recommended types of paper.
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      If your Brother All in One Printer still cannot receive a fax, another device or service may be answering the call first; lower the ring delay setting. If using a telephone answering machine (External TAD mode), ensure it is set up correctly. Make sure your Brother machine’s Easy Receive feature is turned On. If you often get transmission errors, try changing the Compatibility setting to Basic(for VoIP).
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      If printed pages are not stacked neatly by your Brother All in One Printer, make sure you are using the paper support flap.
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    zcollinsSep 14, 2025
    Why Brother All in One Printer cannot receive a fax?
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      warnerashleySep 14, 2025
      To troubleshoot why your Brother All in One Printer cannot receive a fax, ensure your machine has a dial tone by pressing the Hook key. Check all line cord connections, making sure the telephone line cord is plugged into the telephone wall jack and the LINE jack of the machine. If you subscribe to DSL or VoIP services, contact your service provider for connection instructions. Also, ensure the machine is in the correct Receive Mode.
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Summary

General Information

Control Panel Overview

Loading paper and documents

General setup

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

Faxing from the ADF (MFC-295 CN 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.

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.

Telephone Services and External devices

Distinctive Ring

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

Connecting an external TAD (telephone answering device)

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

Dialing and storing numbers

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.

Printing Reports

Transmission Verification Report

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

Making copies

How to copy

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

Copy Options

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

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.

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.

Printing Photos

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

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-295 CN only)

Printing photos directly from a PictBridge camera

Steps to print photos directly from PictBridge compatible digital cameras.

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

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-295 CN 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 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

Specifications

Brother MFC-295CN Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print technologyInkjet
Maximum resolution6000 x 1200 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)33 ppm
Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)27 ppm
Digital senderNo
Maximum duty cycle2500 pages per month
Number of print cartridges4
Image formats supportedBMP, PCX, PNG
Maximum scan resolution19200 x 19200 DPI
Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4)22 cpm
Copy speed (color, normal quality, A4)20 cpm
FaxingMono faxing
Fax memory200 pages
Modem speed14.4 Kbit/s
Auto-redialingYes
Fax coding methodsJPEG, MH, MMR (Fax coding method), MR
Total input capacity100 sheets
Total output capacity50 sheets
Envelopes sizesC5, DL
Maximum print size216 x 356 mm
Non-ISO print media sizesExecutive
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 requirementsAC 100-120V 50/60Hz
Networking features10/100 Base-TX
All-in-one functionsCopy, Fax, Scan
Color all-in-one functionscopy, print, scan
Standard interfacesEthernet, USB 2.0
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
Sound pressure level (printing)50 dB
Power consumption (standby)6 W
Power consumption (average operating)26 W
Market positioningHome & office

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