Brother HL 7050N User Manual

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■An interface cable is not a standard accessory. Some 
computers have a USB and a parallel port. Please buy the 
appropriate cable for the interface you are going to use. 
■Most parallel cables support bi-directional communication, 
but some might have an incompatible pin assignment or 
may not be IEEE 1284-compliant.
■Do not use a parallel cable that is longer than 1.8 metres 
(6 feet).
■The power cord length may differ slightly depending on the 
country where...

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What is on the CD-ROM? (For Windows®)
1Install Software 
You can install the printer driver and the following items:
For All Users (For more information, see Chapter 2)
■Printer Driver
For Administrators
■Web BRAdmin
■BRAdmin Professional
■Driver Deployment Wizard
■Network Print Software
■Storage Manager
■Analysis Tool 
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2Documentation
Look at the printer Users Guide, Network Users Guide and 
other documents.
3Brother Solutions Center
An introduction to our website. You can easily access it and 
receive the latest drivers and information for this printer.
4Maintenance Tutorial
See the maintenance videos for this printer. We recommend 
that you watch the videos before getting started.
 

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What is on the CD-ROM? (For Macintosh® on a Network)  
1BR-Script PPD Installer
Printer driver (For more information, see Chapter 2)
This printer supports Mac
© OS versions 8.6 - 9.2 and 
Mac©OS X 10.1 or later. 
2Users Guides
Look at the printer Users Guide, Network Users Guide and 
other documents.
3Brother Solutions Center
An introduction to our website. You can easily access it and 
receive the latest drivers and information for this printer.
4Maintenance...

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General view
Figure 1-2
1Control Panel
2Face-down Output Tray
3Support Flap
4Top Cover
5Multi-purpose Tray
6Multi-purpose Extension Support
7Paper Tray (Tray 1)
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Figure 1-3
1Face-up Output Tray
2Parallel Interface Connector 
3USB Connector 
4Serial Interface Connector 
5Network Board Slot 
6Card Slot 
(For optional CompactFlashTM card)
7Duplex Unit Connector 
8AC Power Connector 
9Power Switch 
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Positioning the printer
Please read the following before you use the printer. 
Power supply
Use the printer within the recommended power range:
AC power: ±10% of the rated voltage
Frequency: 50/60 Hz (220-240 V) or 50/60 Hz (110-120 V)
The power cord, including extensions, should be no longer than 5 
metres (16½ feet). 
Do not share the same power circuit with other high-power 
appliances, such as an air conditioner, copier, shredder and so on.  
If you cannot...

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Environment
Only use the printer within the following ranges of temperature and 
humidity:
Possible operation range
Temperature: 10°C to 32.5°C (50°F to 90.5°F)
Humidity: 20% to 80% (without condensation) 
Recommended operation range
Temperature: 17.5°C to 25°C (63.5°F to 77°F)
Humidity: 30% to 70% (without condensation)
The machine must be level within 5 mm (0.2 in.) both front-to-back 
and left-to-right.
To avoid ozone building up, put this machine in a large...

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Space needed to install your printer
Leave enough space around the printer. You will need this space to 
use the printer properly. The recommended (or minimum) space 
requirements are as follows.
No OptionsInstall Optional Duplex Unit, Lower Tray and Mailbox. 
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100 mm 
3.94 inches
500 mm 
19.7 in.
400 mm 
15.8 in.
150 mm 
5.9 in. 600 mm 
23.6 in.
100 mm 
3.94 in.
600 mm 
23.6 in.
 

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■Do not put the printer in direct sunlight. If you have to put it near a 
window, use a blind or a heavy curtain to protect the printer from 
direct sunlight. 
■Do not install the printer near other electronic equipment.
■Do not drop, bang or shake the printer.  Do not put the printer on 
a surface that vibrates.  Do not expose the printer to open flames 
or salty or corrosive gases. 
■Keep the printer clean. Do not put the printer in a dusty place. 
■Do not...