Brother HL 8050N User Manual

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Connecting the AC Power Cord
WARNING
Three power specifications are listed below. The specifications that apply to your printer depend on its 
configuration. Connect the power plug only to a properly rated power outlet. Otherwise, it can cause fire 
or electric shocks. If in doubt, contact your dealer or Brother Customer Service.
■Rated voltage: 100 V
Rated frequency: 50/60 Hz
■Rated voltage: 110 V
Rated frequency: 60 Hz
■Rated voltage: 220 - 240 V
Rated frequency: 50/60...

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Turning the Printer On and Off
Turn the Printer On
Turn the power on before operating the printer. When you have finished using the printer for the day or 
you do not intend to use it for a long period of time, turn the power off.
Once the power is switched off, information such as print data saved in the printer will be deleted.
1Press the power switch to the I position to turn the power 
on.
Turn the Printer Off
1Make sure that the printer is not processing any data....

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USABLE PAPER TYPES AND PRINTING METHOD   2 - 1
2
Suitable and Unsuitable Paper Types
Using paper that is unsuitable for printing can cause paper jams and deteriorate print quality. We 
recommend that you use the types of paper listed below to get the best results from your printer.
Suitable Paper Types
Suitable Basis Weight
Make sure the paper you use complies with the following specifications. 
Usable Paper Types and Printing Method
Feeding Method Specifications
Standard paper tray (Tray 1 and Tray 2)...

2 - 2   USABLE PAPER TYPES AND PRINTING METHOD
Paper Trays, Types and Sizes
The paper types, sizes, and the maximum number of sheets that you can load in the different trays are 
shown in the table below. Load all paper into the printer in the portrait orientation (lengthwise). The 
names for the paper trays in the printer driver and this guide are as follows:
Standard paper tray (A4/Letter - 150 sheets) Tray 1
Standard paper tray (A4/Letter - 550 sheets) Tray 2
2 Optional paper trays (A4/Letter - 550...

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■Using low-quality paper can cause creasing and deteriorate print quality.
■The number of sheets that you can load varies according to the paper thickness.
Recommended Paper
We recommend the following paper types for this printer:
■Before you buy a lot of paper, please test some to make sure that the paper is suitable.
■Use paper that is made for plain-paper copying.
■Use neutral paper. Do not use acidic or alkaline paper.
■Use long-grain paper.
■Use paper...

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Special paper
You can print the following types of speciality paper from all of the paper trays.
* Use only transparencies and labels that are designed for use in laser printers and for black and white 
printing.
The illustration below shows the width and length mentioned in the table on page 2-2.
1. Length
2. Portrait orientation
3. Feed direction
4. Width
Paper size Paper type
Transparencies* Letter (215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5 x 10.9 in.))
A4 (210 x 297 mm (8.2...

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Printable area
When using PCL emulation, the edges of the paper that cannot be printed on are shown below.
Portrait
A4 Letter Legal B5 (JIS) B5 (ISO) Executive A5
14.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)
26.01 mm
(0.24 in)6.35 mm
(0.25 in)6.35 mm
(0.25 in)5.84 mm
(0.23 in)6.01 mm
(0.24 in)6.35 mm
(0.25 in)6.01 mm
(0.24 in)
34.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17...

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Portrait
A4 Letter Legal B5 (JIS) B5 (ISO) Executive A5
14.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)
25.0 mm
(0.19 in)5.08 mm
(0.2 in)5.08 mm
(0.2 in)5.08 mm
(0.2 in)5.0 mm
(0.19 in)5.08 mm
(0.2 in)5.0 mm
(0.19 in)
34.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)4.2 mm
(0.17 in)
45.0 mm
(0.19 in)5.08 mm
(0.2 in)5.08 mm
(0.2 in)5.08 mm
(0.2...

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Unsuitable Paper Types
Avoid using the following paper types as they can cause paper jams or damage the printer. 
■Transparencies other than those recommended.
■Inkjet paper
■Paper that is too thick or too thin
■Paper with a face preprinted with another printer or copier, 
or paper preprinted with ink
■
Folded, creased, or torn paper
■Damp or wet paper
■Curled or warped paper
■Sheets affected by static electricity
■Layered or adhesive paper
■Specially coated...