Contents

ADVANCED USERS GUIDE MFC-J280W MFC-J625DW
- User's Guides and where do I find it?
- Table of Contents
- 1 General setup
  - IMPORTANT NOTE
  - Memory storage
  - Volume Settings
    - Ring Volume
      - Setting the Ring Volume from the menu
    - Beeper Volume
    - Speaker Volume
  - Automatic Daylight Saving Time
  - Sleep Mode
  - LCD screen
    - LCD Contrast
    - Setting the backlight brightness
    - Setting the Dim Timer for the backlight
  - Mode Timer
- 2 Security features
  - TX Lock
    - Setting and changing the TX Lock password
      - Setting the password
      - Changing the password
    - Turning TX Lock on/off
      - Turning TX Lock on
      - Turning TX Lock off
- 3 Sending a fax
  - Additional sending options
    - Sending faxes using multiple settings
    - Stop faxing
    - Contrast
    - Changing fax resolution
    - Setting your changes as the new default
    - Restoring fax settings to the factory settings
  - Additional sending operations
    - Sending a fax manually
    - Sending a fax at the end of a conversation
    - Dual Access (Black & White only)
    - Broadcasting (Black & White only)
      - Before you begin the broadcast
      - How to broadcast a fax
      - Canceling a Broadcast in progress
    - Real Time Transmission
    - Overseas Mode
    - Delayed Faxing (Black & White only) (MFC-J625DW only)
    - Delayed Batch Transmission (Black & White only) (MFC-J625DW only)
    - Checking and canceling waiting jobs
  - Polling overview (MFC-J625DW only)
    - Polled Transmit (Black & White only)
      - Setup for polled transmit
- 4 Receiving a fax
  - Memory Receive (Black & White only) (MFC-J625DW only)
    - Receiving faxes into memory when paper tray is empty
    - Fax Forwarding
    - Paging
    - Fax Storage
    - Printing a fax from the memory
    - PC-Fax Receive (Windows only)
      - Changing the destination PC
    - Turning off Memory Receive operations
    - Changing Memory Receive operations
  - Remote Retrieval (MFC-J625DW only)
    - Setting a Remote Access Code
    - Using your Remote Access Code
    - Remote Fax commands
    - Retrieving fax messages
    - Changing your Fax Forwarding number
  - Additional receiving operations
    - Printing a reduced incoming fax
    - Receiving a fax at the end of a conversation
  - Polling overview (MFC-J625DW only)
    - Polling receive
      - Setup to receive polling
      - Sequential polling (Black & White only)
      - Canceling a Sequential Polling Job
- 5 Dialing and storing numbers
  - Voice operations
    - Tone or Pulse (Canada only)
    - Fax/Tel mode
    - Caller ID
      - Setting up your area code (USA only)
    - Special line considerations
      - Roll-over telephone lines
      - Two-line telephone system
      - Converting telephone wall outlets
      - Installing machine, external two-line TAD and two-line telephone
  - Additional dialing operations
    - Outgoing Call
    - Caller ID history
    - Dialing access codes and credit card numbers
  - Additional ways to store numbers
    - Storing Speed Dial numbers from Outgoing Calls
    - Storing Speed Dial numbers from the Caller ID history
    - Setting up Groups for Broadcasting
      - Changing a Group name
      - Deleting a Group
      - Deleting a number from a Group
- 6 Printing reports
  - Fax reports
    - Transmission Verification Report
    - Fax Journal (activity report)
  - Reports
    - How to print a report
- 7 Making copies
  - Copy settings
    - Stop copying
    - Changing copy quality
    - Enlarging or reducing the copied image
    - Making N in 1 copies or a poster (Page Layout)
    - 2 in 1 ID Copy
    - Sorting copies using the ADF (MFC-J625DW only)
    - Adjusting Density
    - Duplex (2-sided) copying (MFC-J625DW only)
    - Setting your changes as the new default
    - Restoring all settings to the factory settings
- 8 PhotoCapture Center: Printing photos from a memory card or USB Flash memory drive (MFC-J625DW only)
  - PhotoCapture Center operations
    - Memory cards, USB Flash memory drive and folder structures
  - Print Images
    - Print Index (Thumbnails)
    - Printing Photos
    - Printing All Photos
    - DPOF printing
  - PhotoCapture Center print settings
    - Print Quality
    - Paper options
      - Paper Type
      - Paper and print size
    - Adjusting Brightness, Contrast and Color
      - Brightness
      - Contrast
      - Color Enhancement (True2Life)
    - Cropping
    - Borderless printing
    - Print Date
    - Setting your changes as the new default
    - Restoring all settings to the factory settings
  - Scan to a memory card or USB Flash memory drive
    - How to set a new default
    - How to reset to the factory settings
- 9 Printing photos from a camera (MFC-J625DW only)
  - Printing photos directly from a PictBridge camera
    - PictBridge requirements
    - Setting your digital camera
    - Printing Images
    - DPOF printing
  - Printing photos directly from a digital camera (without PictBridge)
    - Printing Images
- A Routine maintenance
  - Cleaning and checking the machine
    - Cleaning the outside of the machine
    - Cleaning the machines printer platen
    - Cleaning the paper feed rollers
    - Cleaning the paper pick-up rollers
    - Checking the ink volume
  - Packing and shipping the machine
- B Glossary
- Index
- brother USA/CAN

Brother MFC-J280W Advanced User's Guide

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Brother MFC-J280W Advanced Specification

The Brother MFC-J280W is an advanced all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home and small office environments, offering a blend of functionality and efficiency. It features wireless networking capabilities, enabling seamless connectivity and easy sharing among multiple users. The printer supports high-quality color and monochrome printing with a maximum resolution of up to 6000 x 1200 dpi, ensuring crisp text and vibrant images. Equipped with a flatbed scanner and automatic document feeder, the MFC-J280W facilitates efficient scanning and copying tasks, handling multiple pages swiftly.

The device integrates a 1.9-inch color LCD display, providing intuitive navigation through its functions and settings. Its compact design is complemented by a robust output speed, delivering up to 33 pages per minute in black and white and up to 27 pages per minute in color, making it ideal for fast-paced environments. The printer supports various media types and sizes, accommodating diverse printing needs from standard documents to envelopes and photo paper.

In addition to USB and Wi-Fi connectivity, the MFC-J280W offers mobile printing compatibility through Brother's iPrint&Scan app, along with support for Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print. This feature enhances flexibility, allowing users to print directly from smartphones and tablets. The printer's energy-efficient design is reflected in its ENERGY STAR certification, signifying reduced power consumption. With its versatile functionality, user-friendly interface, and reliable performance, the Brother MFC-J280W stands out as a comprehensive solution for diverse printing, scanning, and copying requirements.

Brother MFC-J280W Advanced F.A.Q.

How do I connect my Brother MFC-J280W printer to a wireless network?

To connect your Brother MFC-J280W printer to a wireless network, press the 'Menu' button on the printer, navigate to 'Network' using the arrow keys, select 'WLAN', then 'Setup Wizard'. Follow the on-screen instructions to select your network and enter the password.

What should I do if my Brother MFC-J280W printer is not printing?

Ensure that the printer is turned on and connected to the same network as your computer. Check for any error messages on the printer's display, and ensure that there is paper in the tray and ink in the cartridges. Restart the printer and try printing again.

How can I clean the print head on my Brother MFC-J280W printer?

Access the printer's menu, navigate to 'Ink', select 'Cleaning', and choose 'Black', 'Color', or 'All'. The printer will initiate the cleaning process. Repeat if necessary.

How do I perform a firmware update on the Brother MFC-J280W printer?

Download the latest firmware from Brother's official website. Connect your printer to the computer via USB, and run the firmware update tool, following the on-screen instructions to complete the update.

What steps should I take if my Brother MFC-J280W is printing blank pages?

Check the ink levels and replace any empty cartridges. Run a print head cleaning cycle from the printer's menu. Also, ensure that the paper type settings in the printer driver match the paper loaded in the printer.

Can I print from my mobile device to the Brother MFC-J280W printer?

Yes, you can print from a mobile device using Brother's iPrint&Scan app, available for both iOS and Android. Ensure that your mobile device is connected to the same wireless network as the printer.

How do I replace the ink cartridges in my Brother MFC-J280W printer?

Open the ink cartridge cover, press the lock release lever to remove the empty cartridge, and insert a new one until it clicks into place. Close the ink cartridge cover and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

What maintenance tasks should I perform regularly on my Brother MFC-J280W?

Regular maintenance includes cleaning the print head, checking and replacing ink cartridges as needed, keeping the printer free of dust, and ensuring proper alignment of the print heads.

How can I scan a document using the Brother MFC-J280W printer?

Place the document on the scanner glass or in the ADF, press the 'Scan' button, select the scan type (e.g., to PC), and follow the prompts to complete the scanning process.

What should I do if my Brother MFC-J280W printer displays a paper jam error?

Turn off the printer and remove any paper from the paper tray. Open the front cover and gently pull out any jammed paper. Check the rear of the printer for any remaining pieces, close all covers, and turn the printer back on.