User’s Guide DCP-1510(E) DCP-1512(E) MFC-1810(E) MFC-1815 Not all models are available in all countries.
Brother numbers IMPORTANT For technical and operational help, you must call the country where you bought the machine. Calls must be made from within that country. Register your product Please complete the Brother Warranty Registration or, for your convenience and most efficient way to register your new product, register on-line at http://www.brother.com/registration/ Frequently asked questions (FAQs) The Brother Solutions Center is our one-stop resource for all your machine needs.
User's Guides and where do I find them? Which Guide? What's in it? Where is it? Product Safety Guide Read this Guide first. Please read the Safety Instructions before you set up your machine. See this Guide for trademarks and legal limitations. Printed / In the Box Quick Setup Guide Follow the instructions for setting up your machine and installing the drivers and software for the operating system and connection type you are using.
Table of Contents 1 General information 1 Using the documentation ....................................................................................... 1 Symbols and conventions used in the documentation .................................... 1 Accessing Brother Utilities (Windows® 8).............................................................. 2 Accessing the Software User’s Guide ................................................................... 2 Viewing Documentation................................
4 Sending a fax (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) 35 How to send a fax ................................................................................................35 Cancelling a fax in progress ..........................................................................35 Broadcasting..................................................................................................36 5 Receiving a fax (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) 37 Receive modes ...................................................................
9 Making copies 51 How to copy ......................................................................................................... 51 ID COPY ............................................................................................................. 52 Double-sided ID copy .................................................................................... 52 One-sided ID copy......................................................................................... 53 Other copies ................
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1 General information Using the documentation 1 The following symbols and conventions are used throughout the documentation. Bold Bold style identifies keys on the machine's control panel or on the computer screen. Italics Italicized style emphasizes an important point or refers you to a related topic. Courier New Courier New font identifies the messages shown on the LCD of the machine.
Chapter 1 Accessing Brother Utilities (Windows® 8) If you are using a tablet running Windows® 8, you can make your selections either by tapping the screen or by clicking with your mouse. After the printer driver is installed, the (Brother Utilities) appears on both the Start screen and the desktop. a Tap or click Brother Utilities either on the Start screen or the desktop.
General information a Turn on your computer. Insert the installer CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 1 NOTE If the Brother screen does not appear, go to Computer (My Computer). (For Windows® 8: Click the (File Explorer) icon on the taskbar, and then go to Computer.) Double-click the CD-ROM icon, and then double-click start.exe. b If the model name screen appears, click your model name. c If the language screen appears, click your language. The CD-ROM Top Menu will appear. d e Click User’s Guides.
Chapter 1 Control panel overview 1 The illustrations of the control panel in this User’s Guide show the MFC-1810. 1 3 2 4 01/01 10:00 Fax Only Fax 6 1 On/Off Press hold down 2 5 3 Puts the machine in FAX mode. Fax mode is the default mode. to turn the machine off. R (MFC-1815 only) When connected to a PBX, you can use this key to gain access to an outside line, to recall an operator, or to transfer a call to another extension. Redial You can redial the last 20 numbers called.
General information 1 4 7 8 9 01/01 10:00 Fax Only Fax 10 7 Menu keys: Clear Deletes entered data or lets you cancel the current setting. Menu Lets you access the Menu to program your settings in the machine. OK Lets you store your settings and confirm LCD messages on the machine. Volume keys: d or c Press to scroll backwards or forwards through menu selections. Press to change the volume when in fax or standby mode. a or b Press to scroll through the menus and options.
Chapter 1 DCP-1510 and DCP-1512 1 2 3 4 5 Stack Copies：01 100% nnonn Auto 8 1 LCD Displays messages to help you set up and use your machine. 2 Menu keys: Menu Lets you access the Menu to program your settings in the machine. Clear Deletes entered data or lets you cancel the current setting. OK Lets you store your settings and confirm LCD messages on the machine. b or a Press to scroll through the menus and options. 6 6 7 3 SCAN Puts the machine in SCAN mode.
General information Menu and features for MFC models On-screen programming 1 1 1 Your machine has been designed to be easy to use. The LCD provides on-screen programming using the menu keys. How to access the menu mode a b 1 Press Menu. Choose an option. Press 0 for Initial Setup menu. Press 1 for General Setup menu. Press 2 for Fax menu. Press 3 for Copy menu. Press 4 for Printer menu. Press 5 for Print Reports menu. Press 6 for Machine Info. menu. Press 9 for Service menu.
Chapter 1 Menu table 1 Using the menu table, you can change the settings in your machine by pressing the number keys or a and b and OK. Press Menu, and then according to what is shown on the LCD, press the number keys or a and b to highlight different menu options. Press OK to select an option. In the below example, the ring volume setting is changed from Med to Low. 1.General Setup Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options 3.Volume 1.Ring Adjust the ring Low volume.
General information 0.Initial Setup 1 1 0.Initial Setup Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 1.Receive Mode — You can choose the receive mode that best suits your needs. Fax Only* Your machine automatically answers every call as a fax. Fax Only is displayed on the LCD when set. Fax/Tel Your machine controls the line and automatically answers every call. If the call is not a fax, the phone will ring for you to pick up the call. Fax/Tel is displayed on the LCD when set.
Chapter 1 0.Initial Setup (continued) Level 2 Level 3 2.Date&Time 1.Date&Time (Continued) (Continued) Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Time: Enter the time in 24hour format. (e.g. Enter 1, 5, 2, 5 for 15:25.) You can set the machine to change automatically for Daylight Saving Time. It will set itself forward one hour in the Spring, and back one hour in the Autumn. 2.Auto Daylight Changes for Daylight Saving Time automatically.
General information 0.Initial Setup (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options 7.Reset 1.Address&Fax Restores all stored phone numbers and fax settings. 1.Reset 2.Exit 2.All Settings Restores all the machine settings to factory default. Descriptions 2 Page 1 Cancel restore and exit the menu. 1.Reset 2.Exit Cancel restore and exit the menu. The factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk. 1.General Setup 1 1.
Chapter 1 1.General Setup (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options 3.Volume 1.Ring Adjusts the ring volume. Low Descriptions 2 Page Med* High Off 2.Beeper 3.Speaker When the beeper is on,the machine will beep when you press a key, make a mistake, or after you send or receive a fax. Low Adjusts the speaker volume. Low Med* High Off Med* High Off 4.Ecology 1.Toner Save You can save toner using this feature. On 5.LCD Contrast — Adjusts the contrast of the LCD.
General information 2.Fax 1 1 2.Fax Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 1.Setup Receive 1.Ring Delay The Ring Delay setting sets the number of times the machine rings before it answers in Fax Only and Fax/Tel modes. (00 - 08) If you have external or extension telephones on the same line as the machine, choose the maximum number of rings. 38 Sets the length of the fast double-ring time in Fax/Tel mode.
Chapter 1 2.Fax (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 1.Setup Receive 4.Auto Reduction The machine calculates the reduction ratio by using the page size of the fax and your Paper Size setting (Menu, 1, 2, 2). On* If you choose On, the machine automatically reduces each page of an incoming fax to fit on one page of A4, Letter, Legal or Folio size paper. (In FAX mode only) (Continued) Off 5.
General information 2.Fax (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 2.Setup Send 1.Contrast Changes the lightness or darkness of faxes you send. Auto* Auto will give the best results. It automatically chooses a suitable contrast for your document. Light If your document is too light, choose Light. Dark If your document is too dark, choose Dark. Standard* Suitable for most typed documents.
Chapter 1 2.Fax (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 3.Anti-Junk Fax (MFC-1810 only) 1.Register If you do not want to receive a fax/call from the specific numbers, you can register the numbers up to 100 to the AntiJunk Fax list. — Choose the number you want to register to the Anti-Junk Fax list by pressing a and 2.Delete 3.Print Report 3.Address Book 1.Speed Dial You need to apply for the Caller ID service at your local telephone company.
General information 2.Fax (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 4.Report Setting 2.Journal Period Sets the interval for automatic printing of the Fax Journal. Off If you set the interval to Off, you can still print the report manually from the Print Reports menu. Every 50 Faxes* The machine will print the Journal when the machine has stored 50 jobs. Every 6 Hours The machine prints the report at the selected time and then erases all jobs from its memory.
Chapter 1 2.Fax (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 0.Miscellaneous 2.Caller ID (MFC-1810 only) View or print a list of the last 30 Caller IDs stored in the memory. On If you have Caller ID on your line, then this function should be set to On to display the caller’s phone number on the LCD as the telephone rings. 40 Display ID The Caller ID of the last call will appear on the display. 41 Print Report Prints the last thirty calls in the Caller ID list.
General information 3.Copy (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 3.Contrast — Adjust the contrast to help an image look sharper and more vivid. -nnnno+ Press c to increase the contrast or press d to decrease the contrast. -nnnon+ -nnonn+* Page 1 -nonnn+ -onnnn+ 4.ID Copy 1.Quality You can change the default settings for ID Copy. 2.Brightness Auto* Lighter -nnnno+ -nnnon+* -nnonn+ Auto is the standard mode for ordinary printouts.
Chapter 1 4.Printer (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options 3.Reset Printer — Restores the printer settings to the original factory default settings. 1.Reset Descriptions 2 Page 2.Exit The factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk. 5.Print Reports 1 5.Print Reports Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 1.XMIT Verify 1.View on LCD You can use the Transmission Verification Report as proof that you sent a fax.
General information 6.Machine Info 1 1 6.Machine Info. Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options 1.Serial No. — You can check the serial number of your machine. — 2.Version 1.Main Version You can check the firmware version of your machine. — 3.Page Counter — You can check the number of pages the machine has printed during its life. Total Displays the total page count. Fax/List Displays the page counter for faxes and lists. Copy Displays the page counter for copies.
Chapter 1 Menu and features for DCP models On-screen programming 1 1 Your machine has been designed to be easy to use. The LCD provides on-screen programming using the menu keys. How to access the menu mode a b Press Menu. c Press OK when the option you want appears on the LCD. The LCD will then show the next menu level. d Press a or b to scroll to your next menu selection. e Press OK. When you have finished setting an option, the LCD will show Accepted. f Press Stop/Exit to exit Menu mode.
General information Menu table 1 Using the menu table, you can change the settings in your machine by pressing a and b and OK. Press Menu, and then according to what is shown on the LCD, press a and b to highlight different menu options. Press OK to select an option. In the below example, the paper type setting is changed from Plain to Recycled Paper. 1.General Setup Level 2 Level 3 1.Paper 1.Paper Type Descriptions 1 Options Plain* Recycled Paper a b Press Menu. Press a or b to choose 1.
Chapter 1 1.General Setup (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 2.Ecology 1.Toner Save You can save toner using this feature. On Increases the page yield of the toner cartridge. When you set Toner Save to On, print appears lighter. Page Off* 2.Auto Power Off If the machine is in Deep Sleep mode for several hours, it will go into Power Off mode automatically. To disable the Power Off mode, press and hold 3.LCD Contrast — 29 Off 1 hour* 2 hours 4 hours 8 hours .
General information 2.Copy 1 1 2.Copy Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 1.Quality — You can choose the Copy resolution for your type of document. Auto* Auto is the recommended mode for ordinary printouts. Suitable for documents that contain both text and photographs. Text Suitable for documents containing mainly text. Photo Better copy quality for photographs. Receipt Suitable for copying receipts.
Chapter 1 2.Copy (continued) Level 2 Level 3 4.ID Copy 4.2in1/1in1 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 2in1* Allows you to use the 2 in 1 (ID) Copy key as a double- sided copy. 52 1in1 Allows you to use the 2 in 1 (ID) Copy key as a one-sided copy. 53 (Continued) Page The factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk. 3.Printer 1 3.Printer Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options 1.Print Options 1.Test Print Prints a test page. — 2.
General information 4.Machine Info. (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 3.Page Counter — You can check the number of pages the machine has printed during its life. Total Displays the total page count. List Displays the page counter for lists. Copy Displays the page counter for copies. Print Displays the page counter for printed pages. 4.User Settings — Lists your settings. — 5.Parts Life 1.Toner You can check the percentage of Toner life that remains.
Chapter 1 Entering text (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) 1 When setting certain menu selections, such as the Station ID and the name of a Speed Dial, you will need to type text characters. The dial pad keys have letters printed on them. The keys: 0, # and l do not have printed letters because they are used for special characters. Press the appropriate dial pad key the number of times shown in this reference table to access the character you want.
General information Ecology features Deep Sleep mode 1 1 If the machine does not receive any jobs for a certain length of time, the machine will go into Deep Sleep mode automatically and the LCD will show Deep Sleep. The machine will wake up when it receives a fax (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815 only) or a print job. If the machine is in Deep Sleep mode for several hours, it will then go into Power Off mode automatically.
Chapter 1 Receiving faxes in Continue Mode (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815 only) The machine can store received faxes in the memory if you choose Continue mode when the LCD shows Replace Toner. When received faxes are printed in Continue mode the LCD will ask if the print quality of the fax is OK. If the quality is not good, choose 2.No. The machine will keep the faxes stored in the memory so you can reprint them after you replace the toner cartridge with a new one. If the print quality is good, choose 1.Yes.
2 Paper Setting Paper settings Paper Type a 2 2 (For MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) Press Menu, 1, 2, 1 and go to step d. Press a or b to choose 1.Paper. Press OK. c Press a or b to choose 1.Paper Type. Press OK. d Press a or b to choose Plain or Recycled Paper. Press OK. a 2 2 Print quality may vary according to the type of paper you are using. 2 To get the best print quality, we suggest using the following paper.
Chapter 2 Types of paper to avoid IMPORTANT Some types of paper may not perform well or may cause damage to your machine. DO NOT use paper: • that is highly textured • that is extremely smooth or shiny • that is curled or warped 1 1 1 A curl of 2 mm or greater may cause jams to occur.
3 Loading documents How to load documents c 3 Adjust the paper guides (1) to fit the width of your document. 3 (1) You can send a fax (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815 only), make copies, and scan from the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) and the scanner glass. Using the automatic document feeder (ADF) (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) 3 3 The ADF can hold up to 10 pages and feeds each sheet individually. We recommend you use standard 80 g/m2 paper and always fan the pages before putting them in the ADF.
Chapter 3 b Using the document guidelines on the left and top, place the document face down in the upper left corner of the scanner glass. c Close the document cover. IMPORTANT If the document is a book or is thick do not slam the cover or press on it.
4 Sending a fax (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) How to send a fax The following steps show you how to send a fax. a b Press FAX. Load your document. If you are sending from the ADF: After placing the document on the scanner glass, close the document cover. 4 NOTE • To use the scanner glass, the ADF must be empty. • (MFC-1810 only) If you want to change the fax resolution, press b or Resolution and then press a or b or Resolution to choose the fax resolution.
Chapter 4 Broadcasting Broadcasting lets you send the same fax message to more than one fax number. You can include Speed Dial numbers and up to 20 manually dialled numbers in the same broadcast. Before you begin the broadcast The LCD will display the Broadcast job number followed by the fax number or name being dialled (for example, #001 0123456789). Press a or b to show the broadcast job number (for example, Broadcast#001). 4 b 4 Choose the fax number or name being dialled, and press OK.
Receiving a fax (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) 5 5 Receive modes 5 You must choose a receive mode depending on the external devices and telephone services you have on your line. Choosing the receive mode 5 By default, your machine will automatically receive any faxes that are sent to it. The diagrams below will help you choose the correct mode. (For more detailed information about the receive modes, see Menu table on page 8.
Chapter 5 Receive Mode settings Ring Delay Press a or b to choose how many times the line rings before the machine answers. Press OK. Because the F/T ring is made by the machine, extension and external (MFC-1810 only) telephones will not ring. a b (For MFC-1815) If Fax Detect is Semi: Make sure you are in FAX mode. Press Menu, 2, 1, 2.
6 Dialling and storing numbers (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) Storing numbers 6 You can set up your machine for easy dialling by storing Speed Dials. When you dial a speed dial number, the LCD shows the name, if you stored it, or the number. Storing Speed Dial numbers Changing or Deleting Speed Dial numbers a b a c Do one of the following: Enter the name using the dial pad (up to 15 characters). For help entering characters, see Entering text (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) on page 28.
Chapter 6 How to dial c Press the dial pad key for the first few letters of the name. (Use the chart on Entering text (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) on page 28 to help you enter letters.) Press OK. d Press a or b to scroll until you find the name you are looking for. Press OK. e Press Start. 6 You can dial in any of the following ways. Manual dialling 6 Use the dial pad to enter all the digits of the telephone or fax number.
Dialling and storing numbers (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) b Press a or b to choose On (or Off). Press OK. c Press Stop/Exit. Viewing the Caller ID List 6 Your machine stores information for the last thirty calls in the Caller ID list. You can view or print this list. When the 31st call comes in to the machine, it replaces information about the first call. a Press Menu, 2, 0, 2. The screen displays the current setting. b Press a or b to choose Display ID. Press OK.
7 Using PC-FAX (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) PC-FAX Receive (For Windows® only) If you turn on the PC-Fax Receive feature your machine will store received faxes in memory and send them to your PC automatically. You can then use your PC to view and store these faxes. a (For MFC-1815) Press Menu, 2, 5, 1. 7 (For MFC-1810) Press Menu, 2, 6, 1. b Press a or b to choose On (or Off). Press OK. c The LCD shows a reminder to start the PC-FAX Receive program on your computer.
Using PC-FAX (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) NOTE • Before you can set up PC-Fax Receive you must install the MFL-Pro Suite software on your PC. Make sure your PC is connected and turned on. (See Software User’s Guide: PC-FAX receiving) • If your machine has an error and is unable to print faxes from memory, you can use this setting to transfer your faxes to a PC. (See Transferring your faxes or Fax Journal report (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) on page 76.) • PC-Fax Receive is not supported in Mac OS.
Chapter 7 PC-FAX sending 7 You can send a file created in any application on your PC as a standard fax. NOTE • The PC-FAX software can only send Black & White fax documents in A4 size. • Please install MFL-Pro Suite software, connect your machine and PC before using PC-FAX sending. Sending a file as a PC-FAX a b Create a file in any application on your PC. c Choose Brother PC-FAX as your printer, and then click Print. The PC-FAX sending dialog box appears: 44 Click File, then Print.
Using PC-FAX (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) 2 1 d 1 Dial Pad 2 Address Book 7 Enter a fax number using any of the following methods: Use the dial pad to enter the number and then click the button. Click the Address Book button, and then choose a member or group from the Address Book. If you make a mistake, click All Clear to delete all the entries. e To include a cover page, click Add Cover Page. NOTE You can also click the cover page f icon to create or edit a cover page.
8 Telephone and external devices (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) Voice operations (MFC-1815 only) 8 Voice calls can be made with the handset by Setting the telephone line type using the dial pad or by pressing (Address Book) twice and entering a two digit Speed Dial number. Making a telephone call a Pick up the handset. b When you hear the dial tone, enter a 8 number using the dial pad or press (Address Book) twice and enter a two digit Speed Dial number. c a b Press Tel/Mute to put a call on Hold.
Telephone and external devices (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) Connecting an external TAD (MFC-1810 only) NOTE • You can use the numbers 0 to 9, #, l and !. (Press Tel/R or R to display “!”.) You can connect an external Telephone Answering Device (TAD) to the same line as your machine. When the TAD answers a call, your machine will “listen” for the CNG (fax calling) tones sent by a sending fax machine. If it hears them it will take over the call and receive the fax.
Chapter 8 Connections 8 The external TAD must be connected as shown in the illustration below. We suggest you ask the company who installed your PBX to connect your machine. If you have a multi line system we suggest you ask the installer to connect the unit to the last line on the system. This prevents the machine being activated each time the system receives telephone calls. If all incoming calls will be answered by a switchboard operator we recommend that you set the Receive Mode to Manual.
Telephone and external devices (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) External and extension telephones Using extension telephones (U.K. only) Your premises may already be wired with parallel extension telephones (those connected to sockets in other rooms in the building), or perhaps you intend to add extension telephones to your line. While the simplest arrangement is a parallel connection, there are some reasons why this arrangement may cause problems. NOTE An external telephone is available only for MFC-1810.
Chapter 8 Figure 1: Inadvisable connection 1 1 2 8 3 If your non-Brother cordless telephone is connected to the telephone line cord (see Connecting an external or extension telephone on page 49) and you typically carry the cordless handset elsewhere, it is easier to answer calls during the Ring Delay. FAX (Example for U.K.
9 Making copies How to copy a (For MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) Press COPY. 9 After placing the document on the scanner glass, close the document cover. 9 NOTE To use the scanner glass, the ADF must be empty. c b Load your document. (For MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) Use the dial pad to enter the number of copies you want (up to 99 copies). (For MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) (For DCP-1510 and DCP-1512) Press a or b to enter the number of copies you want. If you are copying from the ADF: d Press Start to copy.
Chapter 9 ID COPY d 9 (For MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) Press COPY. You can make one-sided and double-sided copies of identification cards. Double-sided ID copy can copy both sides of your identification card onto one page, keeping the original card size. (For DCP-1510 and DCP-1512) Press a or b to enter the number of copies you want. The result of the double-sided ID copy is shown below. e f NOTE • You can copy an identification card to the extent permitted under applicable laws.
Making copies i Turn over your identification card and place it at the left side of the scanner glass. e 1 (For MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) Enter the number of copies you want. (For DCP-1510 and DCP-1512) Press a or b to enter the number of copies you want. 1 j f Place your identification card face down on the scanner glass. g Press 2 in 1 (ID) Copy. 4 mm or greater (top, left) Press Start to scan. 9 One-sided ID copy a 9 (For MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) Press Menu, 3, 4 and go to step c.
Chapter 9 Other copies 9 Make sure you are in COPY mode. Use the Options or Copy Options key to quickly set the following copy settings only for the next copy. Press (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815 only) (DCP-1510 and DCP-1512 only) Menu selections Options Press a or b, then press OK (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815 only) 9 Press a, b, d or c, then press OK 9 (DCP-1510 and DCP-1512 only) Press a or b, then press OK.
Making copies Press (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815 only) (DCP-1510 and DCP-1512 only) Menu selections Options Press a or b, then press OK (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815 only) 9 Press a, b, d or c, then press OK 9 (DCP-1510 and DCP-1512 only) Press a or b, then press OK.
10 How to scan to a computer Scanning a document as a PDF file using ControlCenter4 10 10 (For further information, see Software User’s Guide: Scanning) NOTE The screens on your PC may vary depending on your model. ControlCenter4 is a software utility that lets you quickly and easily access the applications you use most often. a b Load your document.
How to scan to a computer c Choose Advanced Mode and then click OK. d Click File in the Scan tab.
Chapter 10 1 2 3 4 5 1 Choose PDF (*.pdf) from the File Type drop-down list. 2 You can enter the file name you want to use for the document. 3 You can save the file to the default folder, or choose your preferred folder by clicking the (Browse) button. 4 You can choose a scanning resolution from the Resolution drop-down list. 5 You can choose the document size from the Document Size drop-down list. e 58 Click Scan. The machine starts the scanning process.
How to scan to a computer Scanning using the SCAN key 10 NOTE If you want to use this function, install the MFL-Pro Suite and connect the machine to your PC with a USB cable. a Load your document. (See How to load documents on page 33.) b Press c Press a or b to choose Scan to PC. Press OK. d Press a or b to choose a scan type (File, E-mail or Image.) Press OK. e Press a or b to choose Start Scan. Press OK. f Press Start. The machine starts the scanning process. (SCAN).
Chapter 10 c Click Device Scan Settings. d Choose the File tab. You can change the default settings. 1 2 3 4 5 1 You can choose the file type from the drop-down list. 2 You can enter the file name you want to use for the document. 3 You can save the file to the default folder, or choose your preferred folder by clicking the (Browse) button. 4 You can choose a scanning resolution from the Resolution drop-down list. 5 You can choose the document size from the Document Size drop-down list.
A Troubleshooting and other information A Consumable items A The drum unit and toner cartridge are two separate consumables. Make sure both are installed as an assembly. For more information on how to replace the consumable items, see the instructions included with the drum unit for replacing the drum unit or see the instructions listed on the box of the toner cartridge for replacing the toner cartridge.
NOTE • Go to http://www.brother.com/original/index.html for instructions on how to return your used consumable items to the Brother recycling program. If you choose not to return your used items, please discard the used consumable according to local regulations, keeping it separate from domestic waste. If you have questions, call your local waste disposal office.
Troubleshooting and other information Identifying your problem A First, check the following: The machine's power cord is connected correctly and the machine is turned on. All of the protective parts have been removed. Paper is inserted correctly in the paper tray. The interface cables are securely connected to the machine and the computer.
Error and maintenance messages The most common error and maintenance messages are shown below. If you need more help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips: Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/. Error Message Cause Action Cartridge Error Put the Toner Cartridge back in. The toner cartridge is not installed correctly. Put the toner cartridge firmly into the drum unit, and then put is back in the machine. Verify you are using a genuine Brother toner cartridge.
Troubleshooting and other information Error Message Cause Action Self-Diagnostic The temperature of the fuser unit does not rise to a specified temperature within the specified time. Turn the machine off, wait a few seconds, and then turn it on again. Leave the machine idle for 15 minutes with the power on. The fuser unit is too hot. Toner Low If the LCD shows Toner Low you can still print; however, the machine is telling you that the toner cartridge is near the end of its life.
If you are having difficulty with your machine A Most problems can be easily resolved by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/. Telephone and Fax problems (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) If you cannot send or receive a fax, check the following: 3 2 1 Check the machine's power cord is connected correctly and the machine is turned on.
Troubleshooting and other information 4 Change the compatibility setting to Basic(for VoIP). You may be able to send and receive faxes by lowering the connection speed. a b c d Press Menu, 2, 0, 1. Press a or b to choose Basic(for VoIP). Press OK. Press Stop/Exit. If, after trying all of the above the problem is still not resolved, turn the machine off, and then turn it on.
Improving the print quality A NOTE Brother does not recommend the use of cartridges other than Brother Original cartridges or the refilling of used cartridges with toner from other sources. If you are having problems with print results, check the following: 1 The machine's environment. Choose a location where the temperature remains between 10 C and 32.5 C and the humidity is between 20% to 80% (without condensation). 5 6 2 3 4 2 Acceptable paper is loaded in the paper tray.
Troubleshooting and other information 4 Replace a toner cartridge or a drum unit. For more information on how to replace the consumable items, see the instructions included with the drum unit for replacing the drum unit or see the instructions listed on the box of the toner cartridge for replacing the toner cartridge. 5 Clean the inside of the machine. Cleaning the scanner glass Clean the white plastic surface (1) and scanner glass (2).
Cleaning the corona wire Slide the green tab from left to right and right to left several times. (5) NOTE Be sure to return the tab to the home position (a) (5). If you do not, printed pages may have a vertical stripe. Clean the drum unit if black or white dots appear on printed pages Push down the lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit.
Troubleshooting and other information Turn the drum unit gear by hand while looking at the surface of the drum roller (1). (1) Wipe the surface of the drum gently with a dry cotton swab until the dust or glue on the surface comes off.
6 Check the printer driver settings. Try changing the Print Settings in the Basic tab. If the paper is curled or the toner is not fixed well on the paper, you can adjust these settings in Improve Print Output. Click Other Print Options in the Advanced tab.
Troubleshooting and other information Document Jams (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) f Insert a piece of stiff paper, such as cardstock, into the ADF to push any small paper scraps through. A Follow the steps below to handle a document jam in the ADF. a b Open the ADF cover. Pull the jammed document out. If the document rips or tears, be sure you remove all small paper scraps to prevent future jams. c d e Close the ADF cover. g h Close the document cover. Press Stop/Exit. Lift the document cover.
Paper Jams Always remove all paper from the paper tray and straighten the stack when you add new paper. This helps prevent multiple sheets of paper from feeding through the machine at one time and prevents paper jams. a b Turn the machine off. c d Remove all paper loaded in the tray. e A (1) Wait at least 15 minutes for the product to cool down before you touch the internal parts of the product. Use both hands to slowly pull out the jammed paper. f 74 Open the scanner cover.
Troubleshooting and other information WARNING HOT SURFACE i Place the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly back in to the machine. j Close the top cover. After pulling the pull-arm (1) on the left side of the machine down, close the scanner cover using both hands. (1) g h Push down the lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit. Remove the jammed paper if there is any inside the drum unit. Put the toner cartridge back into the drum unit until the lock lever lifts automatically.
Transferring your faxes or Fax Journal report (MFC-1810 and MFC-1815) Transferring faxes to your PC You can transfer the faxes from your machine’s memory to your PC. A a If the LCD shows: Print Unable XX Make sure that you have installed MFLPro Suite and then turn on PC-FAX Receiving on the PC. (See Software User’s Guide: PC-FAX receiving) Do one of the following: (Windows® XP, Windows® Vista and Windows® 7) Scan Unable XX We recommend transferring your faxes to another fax machine or to your PC.
Troubleshooting and other information Transferring the Fax Journal report to another fax machine A If you have not set up your Station ID, you cannot enter fax transfer mode. (See Station ID (Menu, 0, 3) on 0.Initial Setup.) a b Press Menu, 9, 0, 2. c Press Start. Enter the fax number to which the Fax Journal report will be forwarded. Cleaning and Checking the machine A Make sure to read the guidelines in the Product Safety Guide before cleaning the machine.
B Specifications B General B Model DCP-1510 Printer Type Laser Print Method Electrophotographic Laser Printer Power Source Power Consumption 1 (Average) Dimensions DCP-1512 MFC-1810 MFC-1815 220 - 240 V AC 50/60 Hz Peak Approx. 1,080 W at 25 C Printing Approx. 380 W at 25 C Copying Approx. 380 W at 25 C Ready Approx. 40 W at 25 C Deep Sleep Approx. 0.8 W Power Off 2 3 Approx. 0.28 W Approx. 1.
Specifications Model Noise Level DCP-1510 Sound Printing Pressure Sound Power DCP-1512 MFC-1810 MFC-1815 LPAm = 51 dB (A) Copying LWAd = 6.47 B (A) LWAd = 6.50 B (A) 45 Temperature Operat ing 10 to 32.5 C Storage 0 to 40 C Humidity Operat ing 20 to 80% (without condensation) Storage 10 to 90% (without condensation) Interface USB Hi-Speed USB 2.0 6 7 It is recommended you use a USB 2.0 cable (Type A/B) that is no more than 2 metres long.
Document Size B Model DCP-1510 ADF(automatic document feeder) — Scanner Glass One sheet per time Document Size ADF — Scanner Glass Length: Up to 300.0 mm Weight ADF — Scanner Glass Up to 2.0 kg 80 DCP-1512 MFC-1810 MFC-1815 Up to 10 pages A4, Letter, Legal, Folio Width: Up to 215.
Specifications Print media Model Paper Input B DCP-1510 Paper Tray DCP-1512 MFC-1810 Paper Type Plain Paper, Recycled Paper Paper Size A4, Letter, Legal, Folio Paper Weight 65 to 105 g/m2 Maximum Paper Capacity Up to 150 sheets of 80 g/m2 Plain paper Paper Face-Down Output Output Tray MFC-1815 Up to 50 sheets of 80 g/m2 Plain Paper (face-down delivery to the facedown output paper tray) B 81
Fax B Model DCP-1510 Modem Speed — 14,400 bps (with Automatic Fallback) Scanning Width — Max. 208 mm Printing Width — Max. 208 mm Greyscale — 8 bit/256 levels Horizontal — 8 dot/mm Vertical — Standard: 3.85 line/mm — Fine: 7.7 line/mm — Photo: 7.7 line/mm Resolution DCP-1512 MFC-1810 MFC-1815 — Superfine: 15.
Specifications Scanner B Model DCP-1510 Colour Yes TWAIN Compliant Yes (Windows® XP/ Windows Vista® / Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 / Mac OS X v10.6.8, 10.7.x, 10.8.x 1) WIA Compliant Yes (Windows® XP / Windows Vista® / Windows® 7 / Windows® 8) ICA Compliant Yes (Mac OS X v10.6.8, 10.7.x, 10.8.
C Index A Address Book .............................................5 ADF (automatic document feeder) using .....................................................33 Answering machine (TAD) connecting .............................................48 Apple Macintosh See Software User’s Guide. Auto Power Off .........................................29 Automatic fax receive Fax Detect ..........................................38 B Broadcasting ............................................36 cancelling .........
M Macintosh See Software User’s Guide. Maintenance, routine ...............................77 Manual dialling ...................................................40 Menu Table DCP models ..........................................23 MFC models ...........................................8 Mode, entering fax .........................................................35 Multi-line connections (PBX) ....................48 fax ........................................................ 82 print .......................
U Utilities ........................................................ i W Weights ....................................................78 Windows® See Software User’s Guide.
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