Quick Setup Guide Start Here MFC-253CW MFC-255CW MFC-257CW MFC-295CN Before you can use the machine, please read this Quick Setup Guide for the correct setup and installation. WARNING Warnings tell you what to do to prevent possible personal injury. CAUTION Cautions specify procedures you must follow or avoid to prevent possible minor injuries. Electrical Hazard icons alert you to a possible electrical shock. IMPORTANT DO NOT connect the USB cable yet (if you are using a USB cable).
a b c 2 Load plain A4 paper e Check that the paper is flat in the tray. IMPORTANT DO NOT push the paper in too far. Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine. Lift the output paper tray cover. With both hands, gently press and slide the paper side guides a and then the paper length guide b to fit the paper size you are loading in the tray. Make sure that the triangular marks c on the paper side guides a and paper length guide b line up with the mark for the paper size you are using.
4 Connect the power cord and telephone line CAUTION IMPORTANT DO NOT connect the USB cable yet (if you are using a USB cable). a Connect the power cord. WARNING Install the ink cartridges If ink gets in your eyes, wash them out with water at once, and if irritation occurs consult a doctor. a b Make sure that the power is turned on. Open the ink cartridge cover. The machine must be fitted with an earthed plug. b c d e Remove the green protective part. Unpack the ink cartridge.
a 5 q Press Start Press Colour Start. c d e f a b c Check the quality of the four colour blocks on the sheet.
a b c d 8 9 Set the date and time Press Menu, 0, 2. Enter the last two digits of the year on the dial pad, and then press OK. Repeat for Month and Day, and Hours and Minutes in 24-hour format. Press Stop/Exit. Enter personal information (Station ID) You should store your name and fax number to be printed on all fax pages that you send. a b c d Press Menu, 0, 3. Enter your fax number (up to 20 digits) on the dial pad, and then press OK. To enter a “+” for international codes, press l.
10 a b c Press Menu, 0, 4. Press a or b to choose Pulse (or Tone). Press OK. Press Stop/Exit. 11 a b c Set tone or pulse dialling mode Set the telephone line type Press Menu, 0, 6. Press a or b to choose Normal, PBX or ISDN. Press OK. Press Stop/Exit. 12 Set the phone line compatibility If you are connecting the machine to a VoIP service you need to change the compatibility setting. Note If you are just using a normal telephone line you can skip this step. a b Press Menu, 0, 7.
13 Choose your connection type Windows®, go to page 8 Macintosh, go to page 10 Windows®, go to page 12 Macintosh, go to page 14 Note Windows® Macintosh Wired Network For Wired Network (MFC-295CN only) Windows® Macintosh USB For USB interface cable For Windows Server® 2003/ 2008, see the Network User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.
USB Windows® For USB interface users (Windows® 2000 Professional/XP/XP Professional x64 Edition/ Windows Vista®) 14 a Make sure that your computer is ON and you are logged on with Administrator rights. 15 a b c d e Before you install 16 Connect the USB cable a Install MFL-Pro Suite Put the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Follow the on-screen instructions. The CD-ROM Top Menu will appear. Click Install MFL-Pro Suite. Follow the on-screen instructions.
USB Windows® c 17 a b Finish and restart Click Finish to restart your computer. After restarting the computer, you must be logged on with Administrator rights. In the Check for Firmware Updates screen, choose the firmware update setting you want and click OK. Note Internet access is required for the firmware update. IMPORTANT d Finish The installation is now complete. 1 Now go to 2 3 Proceed to Install Optional Applications on page 22. Note e The installation will continue automatically.
USB Macintosh For USB interface users (Mac OS X 10.3.9 - 10.4.x - 10.5.x) 14 a Before you install c Make sure your machine is connected to the power and your Macintosh is ON. You must be logged on with Administrator rights. 15 Connect the USB cable IMPORTANT IMPORTANT • DO NOT connect the machine to a USB port on a keyboard or a non-powered USB hub. • Connect the machine directly to your Macintosh. Make sure that the cable does not restrict the cover from closing, or an error may occur.
USB 16 a b c d f g Install MFL-Pro Suite Put the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Double-click the Start Here OSX icon to install. Choose Local Connection, and then click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions. (MFC-253CW/255CW/257CW only) Please wait, it will take a few seconds for the software to install. After the installation, click Restart to finish installing the software. The Brother software will search for the Brother device. Choose the machine from the list, and then click OK.
Wired Network Windows® For wired network interface users (MFC-295CN only) (Windows® 2000 Professional/XP/XP Professional x64 Edition/ Windows Vista®) 14 a Before you install b LAN USB Make sure that your computer is ON and you are logged on with Administrator rights. IMPORTANT Disable all personal firewall software (other than Windows® Firewall), anti-spyware or antivirus applications for the duration of the installation.
Wired Network 16 a b c d e Install MFL-Pro Suite Put the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Follow the on-screen instructions. The CD-ROM Top Menu will appear. Click Install MFL-Pro Suite. Follow the on-screen instructions. Choose Wired Network Connection, and then click Next.
Wired Network Macintosh For wired network interface users (MFC-295CN only) (Mac OS X 10.3.9 - 10.4.x - 10.5.x) 14 a Before you install c Make sure your machine is connected to the power and your Macintosh is ON. You must be logged on with Administrator rights.
Wired Network 16 a b c d e f Macintosh Install MFL-Pro Suite Put the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Double-click the Start Here OSX icon to install. Please wait, it will take a few seconds for the software to install. After the installation, click Restart to finish installing the software. The Brother software will search for the Brother device. If the machine is configured for your network, choose the machine from the list, and then click OK. When this screen appears, click OK.
For Wireless Network Users For wireless network interface users (MFC-253CW/255CW/257CW only) 14 Before you begin IMPORTANT If you have previously configured the wireless settings of the machine you must reset the network (LAN) settings before you can configure the wireless settings again. On your machine, press Menu. Press 5 to choose 5.Network. Press 0 to choose 0.Network Reset. Press 1 twice to choose Reset and Yes.
For Wireless Network Users 15 Confirm your network environment (Infrastructure Mode) The following instructions will offer two methods for installing your Brother machine in a wireless network environment. Both methods are for infrastructure mode, using a wireless access point/router that uses DHCP to assign IP addresses. Choose a configuration method and proceed to the page indicated.
For Wireless Network Users Connecting the Brother machine to the wireless network 16 a b Configure the wireless settings (typical Wireless Setup in infrastructure mode) On your machine, press Menu. Press 5 to choose 5.Network. Press 2 to choose 2.Setup Wizard. When WLAN Enable ? is displayed, press 1 to accept. This will start the wireless setup wizard. To cancel, press Stop/Exit. The machine will search for available SSIDs.
Wireless Network Windows® Install the drivers & software (Windows® 2000 Professional/XP/XP Professional x64 Edition/ Windows Vista®) 17 a Before you install MFL-Pro Suite Make sure that your computer is ON and you are logged on with Administrator rights. IMPORTANT Disable all personal firewall software (other than Windows® Firewall), anti-spyware or antivirus applications for the duration of the installation. 18 a b c d e Put the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
Wireless Network 19 a b Finish and restart Click Finish to restart your computer. After restarting the computer, you must be logged on with Administrator rights. In the Check for Firmware Updates screen, choose the firmware update setting you want and click OK. Note Internet access is required for the firmware update. Finish The installation is now complete. Now go to Proceed to Install Optional Applications on page 22.
Wireless Network Macintosh Install the drivers & software (Mac OS X 10.3.9 - 10.4.x - 10.5.x) 17 a Make sure your machine is connected to the power and your Macintosh is ON. You must be logged on with Administrator rights. 18 a b c d e f g Before you install MFL-Pro Suite Install MFL-Pro Suite Put the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Double-click the Start Here OSX icon to install. Choose Wireless Network Connection, and then click Next.
Install Optional Applications 1 Install FaceFilter Studio supported by Reallusion, Inc 3 IMPORTANT • The computer must be connected to the Internet. • Make sure you are logged on with Administrator rights. • This application is not available for Windows Server® 2003/2008. b c a b c d e • The computer must be connected to the Internet. • Make sure you are logged on with Administrator rights. • This application is not available for Windows Server® 2003/2008. a The CD-ROM Top Menu will appear.
For Network Users Restore the network settings to factory default To restore all network settings of the internal Print/Scan server to factory default, please follow the steps below. a b c d e Make sure the machine is not operating, then disconnect all the cables from the machine (except the power cord). Press Menu, 5, 0. Press 1 to choose 1.Reset. Press 1 to choose 1.Yes. The machine will restart, re-connect cables once this is complete.
Safety and Legal Choosing a location Put your machine on a flat, stable surface that is free of vibration and shocks, such as a desk. Put the machine near a telephone socket and a standard, grounded electrical socket. Choose a location where the temperature remains between 10°C and 35°C. WARNING • DO NOT put the machine near heaters, air conditioners, refrigerators, medical equipment, chemicals or water.
Safety and Legal To use the machine safely Please keep these instructions for later reference and read them before attempting any maintenance. WARNING There are high voltage electrodes inside the machine. Before you clean the inside of the machine, make sure you have unplugged the telephone line cord first and then the power cord from the electrical socket. Doing this will prevent an electrical shock. DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands. Doing this might cause an electrical shock.
Safety and Legal This product should be connected to an AC power source within the range indicated on the rating label. DO NOT connect it to a DC power source or inverter. If you are not sure, contact a qualified electrician. Always make sure the plug is fully inserted. DO NOT use the machine if the power cord is frayed or damaged, doing so may cause a fire.
Safety and Legal Important safety instructions 1 2 3 4 5 Read all of these instructions. Save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. DO NOT use this product near water. DO NOT place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6 Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation.
Safety and Legal Regulations LAN connection (MFC-295CN only) CAUTION EC Declaration of Conformity DO NOT connect this product to a LAN connection that is subject to over-voltages. Radio interference This product complies with EN55022 (CISPR Publication 22)/Class B. When connecting the machine to a computer, ensure that you use a USB cable which does not exceed 2 metres in length. EU Directive 2002/96/EC and EN50419 European Union Only This equipment is marked with the above recycling symbol.
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