Brother MFC 8440 User Manual

							
MAKING COPIES   10 - 15
Make a double-sided copy from a double-sided original
1Press  (Copy) to illuminate it in green. Place the original 
face up in the ADF. 
2Press Duplex/N in 1 and  or  to select 
Duplex(1 in 1) .
Press 
Set.
3Press   or   to select  Portrait2 or Landscape1 .
Press 
Set.
4Press   or   to select  Double Sided for the original.
Press 
Set.
5Press Start.
6Make sure that you have put the original in the ADF as shown 
on the LCD and press 
Start.
7After all the pages of the original have been scanned on one 
side, turn the other side of the original face up in the ADF.
Press 
Start.
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10 - 16   MAKING COPIES
Duplex (2 in 1) and Duplex (4 in 1) 
(For MFC-8640D, MFC-8840D and MFC-8840DN)
1Press (Copy ) to illuminate it in green. Place the original 
face up in the ADF, or face down on the scanner glass.
2Use the dial pad to enter the number of copies you want 
(up to 99).
3Press Duplex/N in 1 and   or   to select 
Duplex(2 in 1)  or Duplex(4 in 1) .
Press 
Set.
4Press  or  to select  Portrait1, Portrait2 , 
Landscape1  or Landscape2 .
Press 
Set.
5Press Start to scan the original.
If you placed the original in the ADF, the MFC starts printing.
— OR —
If you placed the original on the scanner glass, go to Step 6.
6Place the next original on the scanner glass.
Select 
1 and press Set or press 1 to copy next page.
7After all the pages of the original have been scanned, select 2 
and press 
Set or press 2.
 
						

							
MAKING COPIES   10 - 17
Changing the default copy settings
You can adjust the copy settings that are shown in the chart. These 
settings will stay until you change them again.
Quality
1Press Menu, 3, 1.
2Press   or   to select  Text, 
Photo  or Auto .
Press 
Set.
3Press Stop/Exit.
Contrast
You can change the contrast to help an image look lighter or darker.
1Press Menu, 3, 2.
2Press   to make lighter.
— OR —
Press   to make darker.
Press 
Set.
3Press Stop/Exit.
Submenu Menu Selections Options Factory Settings
1 .Quality — Text Auto
Photo
Auto
2 .Contrast —-  +
-  +
-  +
-  +
-  +-  +
31.Quality
▲Auto
Text
▼Photo
Select 
▲▼ & Set
32.Contrast
-+
Select   & Set
 
						

							
11 - 1   IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Standard telephone and FCC Notices 
These notices are in effect on models sold and 
used only in the United States.
When programming emergency numbers or making test calls to 
emergency numbers:
■Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the 
reason for the call before hanging up.
■ Perform these activities in the off-peak hours, such as early 
morning or late evening.
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the 
requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the backside of this 
equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a 
product identifier in the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, 
this number must be provided to the telephone company.
You may safely connect this equipment to the telephone line by 
means of a standard modular jack, USOC RJ11C.
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises 
wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC 
Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant 
telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is 
designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also 
compliant. See installation instructions for details.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be 
connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line 
may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. 
In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five 
(5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected 
to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local 
telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the 
REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the 
format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX.The digits represented by ## are the 
REN without a decimal point (e.g., 06 is a REN of 0.6). For earlier 
products, the REN is separately shown on the label.
Important information
 
						

							
IMPORTANT INFORMATION   11 - 2
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the 
telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary 
discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice 
isn’t practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as 
soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a 
complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, 
equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operation 
of the equipment. If this happens the telephone company will provide 
advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to 
maintain uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty 
information, please contact Brother Customer Service. (See  Brother 
numbers  on page i.) If the equipment is causing harm to the 
telephone network, the telephone company may request that you 
disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the 
state public utility commission, public service commission or 
corporation commission for information.
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the 
telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not 
disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will 
disable alarm equipment, call your telephone company or a qualified 
installer.
If you are not able to solve a problem with your MFC, call Brother 
Customer Service. (See  Brother numbers on page i.)
WARNING
For protection against the risk of electrical shock, always disconnect 
all cables from the wall outlet before servicing, modifying or installing 
the equipment.
This equipment may not be used on coin service lines provided by 
the telephone company or connected to party lines.
Brother cannot accept any financial or other responsibilities that may 
be the result of your use of this information, including direct, special 
or consequential damages. There are no warranties extended or 
granted by this document.
 
						

							
11 - 3   IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WARNING
This MFC has been certified to comply with FCC standards, which 
are applied to the USA only. A grounded plug should be plugged into 
a grounded AC outlet after checking the rating of the local power 
supply for the MFC to operate properly and safely.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 
Declaration of Conformity (USA only)
declares, that the products
Product Name: MFC-8440, MFC-8640D, MFC-8840D and 
MFC-8840DN
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful 
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause 
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. 
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 
television reception, which can be determined by turning the 
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the following measures: 
■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 
■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from 
that to which the receiver is connected. 
Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation
100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard
Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA
TEL: (908) 704-1700
 
						

							
IMPORTANT INFORMATION   11 - 4
■Call the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 
Important
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother 
Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the 
equipment.
Important – about the interface cable
A shielded interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with 
the limits for a Class B digital device.
Industry Canada Compliance Statement 
(Canada only) 
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme 
NMB-003 du Canada.
International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement
The purpose of the International ENERGY STAR® Program is to 
promote the development and popularization of energy-efficient 
office equipment.
As an E
NERGY STAR® Partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. has determined 
that this product meets the E
NERGY STAR® guidelines for energy 
efficiency.
Laser safety
This equipment is certified as a Class I laser product under the U.S. 
Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation 
Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health 
and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the equipment does not 
produce hazardous laser radiation.
 
						

							
11 - 5   IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Since radiation emitted inside the equipment is completely confined 
within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam 
cannot escape from the MFC during any phase of user operation.
FDA regulations
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has implemented 
regulations for laser products manufactured on and after August 2, 
1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United 
States. The following label on the back of the MFC indicates 
compliance with the FDA regulations and must be attached to laser 
products marketed in the United States.
WARNING
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other 
than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous invisible 
radiation exposure.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother 
Industries, Ltd. may void the user’s authority to operate the 
equipment.Manufactured:
BROTHER CORP. (ASIA) LTD.
BROTHER BUJI NAN LING FACTORY 
Gold Garden Industry, Nan Ling Village, Buji, Rong Gang, 
Shenzhen, China. 
This product complies with FDA radiation performance standards, 
21 CFR Subchapter J.
Internal laser radiation
Max. Radiation Power
Wave Length
Laser Class
5 mW
760 - 810 nm
Class IIIb (Accordance with 21 CFR 
Part 1040.10)
 
						

							
IMPORTANT INFORMATION   11 - 6
Important safety instructions
1Read all of these instructions.
2Save them for later reference.
3Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
4Switch off before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. 
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
5Do not use this product near water.
6Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. 
The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
7Slots 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.
8This 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.
Use only the power cord supplied with this MFC.
9This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounded plug, a plug 
having a third (grounded) pin. This plug will only fit into a 
grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable 
to insert the plug into the outlet, call your electrician to replace 
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounded 
plug.
10Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place 
this product where people can walk on the cord.
11If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the 
total ampere ratings on 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 wall 
outlet does not exceed 15 amperes (USA only).
12Do not place anything in front of the MFC that will block received 
faxes. Do not place anything in the path of received faxes.
 
						

							
11 - 7   IMPORTANT INFORMATION
13Wait until pages have exited the MFC before picking them up.
14Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet 
slots, since they may touch dangerous voltage points or short 
out parts resulting in the risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill 
liquid of any kind on the product. Do not attempt to service this 
product yourself because opening or removing covers may 
expose you to dangerous voltage points and other risks and 
may void your warranty. Refer all servicing to a Brother 
Authorized Service Center. For the location of your nearest 
Brother Authorized Service Center, please call  In USA: 
1-800-284-4357 or  In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER. (See  Brother 
numbers  on page i.)
15Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to 
Authorized Service Personnel under the following conditions: 
■When the power cord is damaged or frayed.
■ If liquid has been spilled into the product.
■ If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
■ If the product does not operate normally when the operating 
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are 
covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment 
of other controls may result in damage and will often require 
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the 
product to normal operation.
■ If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been 
damaged.
■ If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, 
indicating a need for service.
16To protect your product against power surges, we recommend 
the use of a power protection device (Surge Protector).
17To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, 
note the following: 
■Do not use this product near appliances that use water, a 
swimming pool or in a wet basement.
■ Do not use the MFC’s telephone during an electrical storm 
(there is the remote possibility of an electrical shock) or to 
report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
■ Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.