Brother Mfc 7220 User Manual

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How to access the 
complete User’s Guide 
(MFC-7220 and 
MFC-7225N only)
This User’s Guide does not contain all the 
information about the machine such as how 
to use the advanced features of the Fax, 
Printer, Scanner, PC Fax and Network. When 
you are ready to learn detailed information 
about these operations, read the complete 
User’s Guide located in the ‘Documentation’ 
section of the CD-ROM.
Note
Network is not available for MFC-7220.
To view Documentation 
(For Windows®) 
From...

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To view Documentation (For Macintosh®)
1Turn on your Macintosh®. Insert the 
Brother CD-ROM labeled Macintosh® 
into your CD-ROM drive. The following 
window will appear.
2Double-click the  Documentation icon.
3The select Language screen appears, 
double-click your language.
4Click the documentation you want to 
read.
Quick Setup Guide:  
Setup and Software Installation 
Instructions
 Users Guide (2 or 3 manuals):
User’s Guide for stand-alone 
operations, Software User’s Guide 
and...

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Control panel overview
FAX-2820 and FAX-2920 have the same keys.
MFC-7220 and MFC-7225N have the same keys.
01/01 00:00  Fax
01/01 00:00  Fax
 

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1 One-Touch Keys
These 10 keys give you instant access to 
10 (MFC-7220 and MFC-7225N) or 
20 (FAX-2820 and FAX-2920) previously 
stored dial numbers.
2  Fax and telephone keys:
Redial/Pause
Redials the last number you called. It also 
inserts a pause in quick dial numbers.
Hook/Hold  
Lets you dial telephone and fax numbers 
without lifting the handset. 
— OR —
Lets you place telephone calls on hold.
Resolution
Sets the resolution when you send a fax.
  3 Navigation keys:
Menu/Set...

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Load document
You can send a fax, make copies, and scan 
from the ADF (automatic document feeder).
Note
The Scan feature is not available for 
FAX-2820 and FAX-2920.
Using the automatic 
document feeder (ADF)
FAX-2820 and MFC-7220:
The ADF can hold up to 20 pages, feeding 
each one individually through the machine. 
Use standard 20 lb (80 g/m
2) paper and 
always fan the pages before putting them in 
the ADF.
FAX-2920 and MFC-7225N:
The ADF can hold up to 30 pages, if you 
stagger the...

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About paper
Recommended paper
To get the best print quality, we suggest using 
the following paper. 
■Use paper that is made for plain-paper 
copying.
■Use paper that is 20 to 24 lb (75 to 
90 g/m2).
■Use neutral paper. Do not use acidic or 
alkaline paper.
■Use long-grain paper.
■Use paper with a moisture content of 
approximately 5%.
Choosing acceptable paper
We recommend that you test paper 
(especially special sizes and types of paper) 
on the machine before purchasing large...

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Paper capacity of the paper trays
CAUTION
Do not  use the following types of paper or envelopes; they may cause a paper jam and 
damage your machine.
■Do not use :
 Inkjet paper;
 Coated paper, such as vinyl coated paper;
 Pre-printed or highly textured paper, or paper with an embossed letterhead;
 Label sheets that have had any labels removed;
 Paper that has been previously printed on;
 Paper that cannot be arranged uniformly when stacked;
 Paper that is made with a short...

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How to load paper
To load paper or other media in the 
paper tray
1Pull the paper tray completely out of the 
machine.
2While pressing the paper guide release 
lever, slide the adjusters to fit the paper 
size.
Check that the guides are firmly in the 
slots.
Note
For Legal size paper, press in the inside 
latches and pull out the back of the paper 
tray.
3Fan the stack of paper well to avoid 
paper jams and mis-feeds.
4Put paper in the paper tray.
5Put the paper tray firmly back in...

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Note
When you put paper in the paper tray, please 
remember the following:
■Check that the paper is flat in the tray and 
below the maximum paper mark, and that 
the paper guides are touching the sides of 
the paper stack.
■The side to be printed on must be face 
down.
To load paper or other media in the 
manual feed slot
You can load envelopes and special print 
media one at a time into this slot. Use the 
manual feed slot to print or copy on labels, 
envelopes or thicker paper....

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About fax machines
Custom features
Do you have Voice Mail on the phone 
line?
If you have Voice Mail on the phone line 
where you will install your new machine, 
there is a strong possibility that Voice Mail 
and the machine may conflict with each other 
while receiving incoming calls .
Why should there be problems?
Since both the machine and Voice Mail will 
pick up the call, after the number of rings you 
have set, each of them has the ability to keep 
the other from receiving...