What to do if cannot perform ‘Page Layout’ printing on Brother MFC-5890CN All in One Printer?
If you cannot perform ‘Page Layout’ printing on your Brother All in One Printer, check that the paper size setting in the application and in the printer driver are the same.
How to improve poor print quality on Brother All in One Printer?
To enhance the print quality of your Brother All in One Printer, first check the print quality settings. Ensure the Media Type setting in the printer driver or the Paper Type setting in the printer's menu corresponds to the paper you're using. Make sure that your ink cartridges are fresh, as expired or improperly stored cartridges can cause ink to clog. Use Brother Original Innobella™ ink for optimal results. Try using the recommended types of paper and ensure the printer's environment is between 20° C to 33° C.
What to do if Brother MFC-5890CN All in One Printer prints blank pages?
If your Brother All in One Printer is printing blank pages, try cleaning the print head. Also, ensure that you are using Brother Original Innobella™ ink.
How to fix Brother MFC-5890CN smudged stain at the top centre of the printed page?
If you notice a smudged stain at the top center of the page when printing with your Brother All in One Printer, ensure the paper isn't too thick or curled.
How to fix Brother All in One Printer printing appearing dirty or ink seems to run?
If the print appears dirty or the ink seems to run when using your Brother All in One Printer, make sure you are using the recommended types of paper and avoid handling the paper until the ink is dry. Also, ensure that you are using Brother Original Innobella™ ink. If you're using photo paper, verify that you've selected the correct paper type in the printer driver's Basic tab.
Why does my Brother MFC-5890CN have white horizontal lines?
If white horizontal lines appear in text or graphics when using your Brother All in One Printer, clean the print head. Ensure that you are using Brother Original Innobella™ ink and try using the recommended types of paper. If using A3 long grain paper, try turning off A3 Secure Feed. If printing from a computer, change the paper size to A3 (Long Grain) in the driver.
Why Brother MFC-5890CN dialling does not work?
If dialling does not work on your Brother All in One Printer, ensure the machine is plugged in and not in Power Save mode. Check the line cord connections. Change the Tone/Pulse setting. Lift the external telephone’s handset, (or the machine’s handset or cordless handset if available), and then dial the number to send a manual fax. Wait to hear fax receiving tones before pressing Mono Start or Colour Start.
What to do if Brother All in One Printer does not answer when called?
If your Brother All in One Printer does not answer when called, make sure the machine is in the correct receiving mode for your setup. Check for a dial tone. If possible, call your machine to hear it answer. If there is still no answer, check the telephone line cord connection. If there is no ringing when you call your machine, ask your telephone company to check the line.
How to fix wrinkled printouts from Brother All in One Printer?
To resolve wrinkled printouts from your Brother All in One Printer, in the printer driver Advanced tab, click Colour Settings, and uncheck Bi-Directional Printing for Windows® or Bi-Directional Printing for Macintosh. Also, ensure that you are using Brother Original Innobella™ ink.
How to fix Brother MFC-5890CN characters and lines are stacked?
If characters and lines are stacked when printing with your Brother All in One Printer, check the printing alignment.
General| Duplex printing | No |
|---|---|
| Print technology | Inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 6000 DPI |
| Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 35 ppm |
| Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 28 ppm |
| Scan to | E-mail, File, Image, OCR, USB |
| Scanner type | Flatbed & ADF scanner |
| Grayscale levels | 256 |
| Maximum scan area | 216 x 356 mm |
| Output color depth | 24 bit |
| Scan speed (black) | 3.44 ppm |
| Image formats supported | BMP, JPG |
| Maximum scan resolution | 19200 x 19200 DPI |
| Optical scanning resolution | 1200 x 2400 DPI |
| Copier resize | 25 - 400 % |
| PC free copying | Yes |
| Maximum copy resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Maximum number of copies | 99 copies |
| N-in-1 copy function (N=) | 2, 4 |
| Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) | 23 cpm |
| Copy speed (color, normal quality, A4) | 20 cpm |
| Faxing | Color faxing |
| Fax memory | 400 pages |
| Modem speed | 33.6 Kbit/s |
| Fax speed dialing (max numbers) | 80 |
| Total input capacity | 150 sheets |
| Total output capacity | 50 sheets |
| Processor family | RISC |
| Compatible memory cards | CF, Memory Stick (MS), miniSD, MS PRO, MS Pro, SD, SDHC, xD |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 50 dB |
| Display | LCD |
| Display diagonal | 3.3 \ |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Maximum print size | 297 x 432 mm |
| Paper tray media types | Glossy paper, Photo paper, Plain paper |
| Paper tray media weight | 64 - 220 g/m² |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A3, A4, A5, A6 |
| JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B4, B5 |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size | A3 |
| Auto Document Feeder (ADF) media weight | 64 - 90 g/m² |
| Standard interfaces | USB 2.0 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 485 x 408 x 242 mm |
| All-in-one functions | Copy, Fax, Print, Scan |
| Color all-in-one functions | copy, fax, print, scan |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| Power consumption (standby) | 6 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 4.5 W |
| Power consumption (average operating) | 27 W |
| Maximum duty cycle | - pages per month |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar, Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x64, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008 x64 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64 |
Provides instructions and benefits for registering your Brother product online for future reference.
Lists contact information and resources for customer service, including FAQs and service center locations.
Details who is covered, what the product includes, and what is and is not covered by the warranty.
Specifies conditions and items that are not covered by the limited warranty.
Explains how to use the user guide and understand its symbols and conventions for effective operation.
Guides users on how to access Brother's online resources, software, and customer support information.
Step-by-step instructions for loading paper into the primary paper tray, including guide adjustments.
Instructions and precautions for properly loading envelopes and post cards into the paper tray.
Explains how to turn the machine on/off and customize the power off settings for fax reception.
Details how to adjust LCD contrast, backlight brightness, dim timer, and wallpaper for optimal viewing.
Guides on setting up administrator passwords and restricting access to machine functions.
Explains how to access fax mode and navigate available options on the LCD.
Step-by-step guide for sending faxes using the Automatic Document Feeder.
Instructions for sending faxes using the scanner glass, including handling single pages.
Details how to send the same fax message to multiple recipients simultaneously.
Guides on selecting the appropriate receive mode (Fax Only, Fax/Tel, Manual, External TAD).
Explains options for handling received faxes stored in memory, like Fax Forwarding and Paging.
Instructions on how to preview incoming and outgoing faxes on the LCD before sending.
Explains how to make voice calls using external telephones or manual dialing.
Describes features like Voice Mail, Distinctive Ring, and Caller ID compatibility.
Guides on setting up the Distinctive Ring feature to receive faxes on a separate number.
Instructions for connecting external telephones and answering devices (TAD) to the machine.
Covers manual dialing, One Touch Dialing, and Speed Dialing for efficient number access.
Instructions for storing One Touch Dial numbers, Speed Dial numbers, and managing groups.
Explains how to set up Transmission Verification Reports and Fax Journal activity reports.
Step-by-step guide on printing various reports like Transmission, Help List, and Caller ID history.
Explains polling basics, how to set it up to receive or send faxes, and sequential polling.
Guides on enabling and configuring the polling receive feature to get faxes from other machines.
Covers entering copy mode, making single and multiple copies, and stopping the process.
Instructions on setting the number of copies and using features like Stack/Sort.
Details on adjusting copy quality, brightness, contrast, and paper settings for optimal output.
Guides on printing digital photos directly from memory cards or USB flash drives without a PC.
Information on inserting media, understanding key lights, and initial setup for PhotoCapture.
Steps to access the PhotoCapture mode and navigate the main options displayed on the LCD.
Covers previewing photos, printing indexes, enhancing images, and printing selected photos.
Instructions for connecting and printing photos directly from PictBridge compatible cameras.
Guidance on configuring camera settings for optimal PictBridge printing.
Instructions on how to access and read the Software User's Guide and Network User's Guide.
Recommendations for selecting a safe and suitable environment for operating the machine.
Essential instructions for operating the machine safely to prevent electrical shock and injury.
Comprehensive list of safety precautions for using the telephone equipment and product.
Provides solutions for common problems encountered with the machine's operations.
Lists common printing problems like poor quality, skewed text, and smudged pages with solutions.
Troubleshoots issues related to dialing, fax reception, and telephone line connectivity.
Explains common error messages and maintenance alerts, providing causes and actions.
Explains how to use the LCD and menu keys for on-screen programming and machine setup.
Provides a table to understand menu selections, options, and their corresponding pages.
Details general specifications like printer type, memory, power source, and consumption.
Provides technical details for fax compatibility, modem speed, scanning, resolution, and dialing.
Lists specifications for copy color, width, multiple copies, enlargement/reduction, and resolution.
Details compatible media, resolution, file formats, color enhancement, and borderless printing.
Provides TWAIN, WIA, ICA compliance, color depth, resolution, and scanning width details.
Details printer resolution, printing width, and supported borderless paper sizes.
Lists specifications for USB, LAN cable, and wireless network connections.
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