Brother MFC-9160 User manual

MFC-9160
OWNER’S MANUAL

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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
findinformationaboutaspecificfeatureorfunctionbycheckingtheIndexatthebackofthismanual.
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
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) 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.
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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.
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Document Stopper
30˚
Documents are
Face Up
in the ADF
Regular Position
Special Position
Special Media Lever

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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, 8for 38 copies.
Press Copy.
Documents are
Face Down
on the Glass
Platen
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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.