Brother Dcp 540cn User Manual

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6
Understanding the 
Error Messages
6
Once you are familiar with the types of errors 
that can occur while you are using the 
PictBridge, you can easily identify and 
troubleshoot any problems.
„Out of Memory
This message will appear if you are 
working with images that are too large for 
the machines memory.
„Wrong USB device
This message will appear if you connect a 
non-PictBridge compatible or broken 
device to the PictBridge port. To clear the 
error, unplug the device from the 
PictBridge port, then press On/Off to turn 
the machine off and then on again.
For more detailed solutions see Error 
messages on page 67.
 
						

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							Section IV
SoftwareIV
Software and Network features52
 
						

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7
The CD-ROM includes the Software User’s 
Guide and Network User’s Guide 
(DCP-540CN only) for features available 
when connected to a computer (for example, 
printing and scanning). The guide has easy to 
use links that, when clicked, will take you 
directly to a particular section.
You can find information on these features:
„Printing
„Scanning
„ControlCenter3 (for Windows
®)
„ControlCenter2 (for Macintosh
®)
„PhotoCapture Center
® 
„Network Printing (DCP-540CN only) 
„Network Scanning (DCP-540CN only)
How to read the HTML User’s Guide 
This is a quick reference for using the HTML 
User’s Guide.
(For Windows
®)
Note
If you have not installed the software, see 
Viewing Documentationon page 2.
 
aFrom the Start menu, point to Brother, 
from the programs group, then click 
User’s Guide.
bClick SOFTWARE USER’S GUIDE (or 
NETWORK USER’S GUIDE) from the 
top menu.
 
cClick the heading you would like to view 
from the list at the left of the window.
 
(For Macintosh®)
aMake sure your Macintosh® is turned 
on. Insert the Brother CD-ROM into your 
CD-ROM drive. The following window 
will appear.
bDouble-click the Documentation icon.
cDouble-click your language folder, and 
then double-click the top page file.
dClick SOFTWARE USER’S GUIDE (or 
NETWORK USER’S GUIDE) in the top 
menu, and then click the heading you 
would like to read from the list at the left 
of the window.
 
Software and Network features7
 
						

							Section V
AppendixesV
Safety and Legal54
Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance63
Menu and Features81
Specifications89
Glossary99
 
						

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A
Choosing a locationA
Put your machine on a flat, stable surface that is free of vibration and shocks, such as a desk. Put 
the machine near a standard AC power outlet. Choose a location where the temperature remains 
between 50°F and 95°F (10° and 35°C).
CAUTION 
• Avoid placing your machine in a high-traffic area.
• Avoid placing your machine on carpet.
• DO NOT put the machine near heaters, air conditioners, refrigerators medical equipment, 
chemicals or water. 
• DO NOT expose the machine to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust.
• DO NOT connect your machine to electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic 
timers.
• Disruption of power can wipe out information in the machines memory.
• Do not connect your 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 non-Brother cordless 
phones.
 
Safety and LegalA
   
 
						

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To use the machine safelyA
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 power cord from the AC power outlet. Doing this 
will prevent an electrical shock.
 
 
 
DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands. Doing this may cause an electrical shock.
 
Always make sure the plug is fully inserted.
  
DO NOT pull in the middle of the AC power cord. Doing this may cause an electrical shock.
 
 
						

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DO NOT put your hands on the edge of the machine under the document cover or the scanner 
cover. Doing this may cause injury.
  
DO NOT put your hands on the edge of the paper tray under the output paper tray cover. Doing 
this may cause injury.
 
 
 
DO NOT touch the paper feed roller. Doing this may cause injury.
 
   
 
						

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DO NOT touch the area shade d in the illustration. Doing this may cause injury.
  
When moving the machine you must lift it from the base, by placing a hand at each side of the 
unit as shown in the illustration. Do not carry the machine by holding the scanner cover.
 
 
 
If the machine becomes hot, releases smoke, or generates any strong smells, immediately 
unplug the machine from the AC power outlet. Call Brother Customer Service. (See  Brother 
numbers on page i.)
  
If metal objects, water or other liquids get inside the machine, immediately unplug the machine 
from the AC power outlet. Call Brother Customer Service. (See  Brother numberson page i.)
   
 
 
						

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WARNING 
• This product must be installed near an AC power outlet that is easily accessible. In case of 
an emergency, you must unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet to shut off the 
power completely.
• Always make sure the plug is fully inserted.
• To reduce the risk of shock or fire, use only a No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line 
cord.
 
CAUTION 
Lightning and power surges can damage this product! We recommend that you use a quality 
surge protection device on the AC power line or unplug the cords during a lightning storm.
 
Important safety instructionsA
1 Read all of these instructions.
2 Save them for later reference.
3 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
4 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning the inside of the machine. Do not use 
liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
5 Do not use this product near water.
6 Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing 
serious damage to the product.
7 Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To 
ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings 
must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product 
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over 
a radiator or heater. This product should never be placed in a built-in installation unless proper 
ventilation is provided.
8 This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you 
are not sure of the type of power available, call your dealer or local power company.
9 Use only the power cord supplied with this machine.
10 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place this product where people can 
walk on the cord.
11 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere ratings of the 
products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. 
Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the AC power outlet does not exceed 
15 amperes (USA only).