Contents

Advanced Users Guide MFC-J4510DW MFC-J4710DW
- User's Guides and where do I find them?
- Table of Contents
- 1 General setup
  - IMPORTANT NOTE
  - Memory Storage
  - Automatic Daylight Saving Time
  - Sleep Mode
  - Touchscreen LCD
    - Setting the Dim Timer for the backlight
- 2 Security features
  - Secure Function Lock 2.0
    - Before you begin to use Secure Function Lock 2.0
    - Setting and changing the Administrator Password
      - Setting the administrator password
      - Changing the administrator password
    - Setting up restricted users
    - Turning Secure Function Lock on/off
      - Turning Secure Function Lock on
      - Turning Secure Function Lock off
    - Switching users
    - Changing to the Public mode
  - Restricting dialling
    - Dial pad restriction
    - Address Book restriction
    - Shortcut restriction
    - LDAP Server restriction
- 3 Sending a fax
  - Additional sending options
    - Sending faxes using multiple settings
    - Stop faxing
    - Contrast
    - Changing fax resolution
    - Setting your changes as a new default
    - Restoring fax options to the factory default
    - Saving fax options as a Shortcut
  - Additional sending operations
    - Sending a 2-sided fax from the ADF (MFC-J4710DW)
    - Sending a fax manually
    - Sending a fax at the end of a conversation
    - Dual Access (Monochrome only)
    - Broadcasting (Monochrome only)
      - Before you begin the broadcast
      - How to broadcast a fax
      - Cancelling a Broadcast in progress
    - Real Time Transmission
    - Overseas Mode
    - Delayed Faxing (Monochrome only)
    - Delayed Batch Transmission (Monochrome only)
    - Checking and cancelling waiting jobs
  - Polling overview
    - Polled Transmit (Monochrome only)
      - Setup for polled transmit
      - Setup for polled transmit with secure code
- 4 Receiving a fax
  - Memory Receive (Monochrome only)
    - Fax Forwarding
    - Fax Storage
    - Printing a fax from the memory
    - PC-Fax Receive (Windows only)
    - Turning off Memory Receive operations
    - Changing Memory Receive operations
      - If all the received faxes have already been printed
      - If unprinted faxes remain in the memory
  - Remote Retrieval
    - Setting a Remote Access Code
    - Using your Remote Access Code
    - Remote Fax commands
    - Retrieving fax messages
    - Changing your Fax Forwarding number
  - Additional receiving operations
    - Out of Paper Reception
    - Printing a reduced incoming fax
    - Receiving a fax at the end of a conversation
    - Temporary Fax Backup
      - Turning Temporary Fax Backup On/Off
      - Printing temporarily stored faxes
      - Deleting temporarily stored faxes
  - Polling overview
    - Polling receive
      - Setup to receive polling
      - Setup to receive polling with secure code
      - Setup to receive delayed polling
      - Sequential polling (Monochrome only)
      - Cancelling a Sequential Polling Job
- 5 Dialling and storing numbers
  - Voice operations
    - BT Call Sign (U.K. only)
      - To enable the machine to work with BT Call Sign (with your external telephone only)
  - Additional dialling operations
    - Combining Address Book numbers
  - Additional ways to store numbers
    - Storing Address Book numbers from Outgoing Calls
    - Storing Address Book numbers from the Caller ID history
    - Setting up Groups for Broadcasting
      - Changing a Group name
      - Deleting a Group
      - Adding or Deleting a number in a Group
- 6 Printing reports
  - Fax reports
    - Transmission Verification Report
    - Fax Journal (activity report)
  - Reports
    - How to print a report
- 7 Making copies
  - Copy options
    - Stop copying
    - Changing copy speed and quality
    - Enlarging or reducing the copied image
    - Making N in 1 copies or a poster (Page Layout)
    - 2 in 1 ID Copy (Page Layout)
    - Sorting copies using the ADF
    - Adjusting Density
    - Ink Save Mode
    - Thin Paper Copy
    - Book Copy
    - Watermark Copy
      - Using a template
      - Watermark Copy Settings
    - Remove Background Colour
    - 2-sided copying (MFC-J4510DW)
    - 2-sided copying (MFC-J4710DW)
      - 2-sided copying type
    - Saving copy options as a Shortcut
  - A3 Copy Shortcuts
    - A3 Copy Shortcut
- 8 Printing photos from a memory card or USB Flash memory drive
  - PhotoCapture Center operations
    - Memory cards, USB Flash memory drive and folder structures
    - Movie printing
  - Print Images
    - Print Index (Thumbnails)
    - Printing Photos
    - Enhance Photos
    - Slide Show
      - Printing a photo during a Slide Show
    - DPOF printing
  - PhotoCapture Center print settings
    - Print Quality
    - Paper options
      - Paper Type
      - Paper Size and Print Size
    - Adjusting Brightness, Contrast and Colour
      - Brightness
      - Contrast
      - Colour Enhancement
    - Cropping
    - Borderless printing
    - Date Print
    - Setting your changes as a new default
    - Restoring all settings to the factory default
  - Scan to a memory card or USB Flash memory drive
    - Auto Crop
    - How to set a new default
    - How to reset to the factory default
    - Saving scan options as a Shortcut
- 9 Printing photos from a camera
  - 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
    - Cleaning the paper pick-up rollers for paper tray #2 (MFC-J4710DW)
    - Checking the ink volume
  - Packing and shipping the machine
- B Glossary
- Index
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Brother MFC-J4710DW Advanced Specification

The Brother MFC-J4710DW is an advanced all-in-one printer designed to enhance productivity and efficiency for both small offices and home environments. It integrates printing, scanning, copying, and faxing functionalities into a compact, space-saving design. This model features a high-speed inkjet printing capability, delivering up to 20 pages per minute in color and 22 pages per minute in black, with a maximum resolution of 6000 x 1200 dpi for crisp, vibrant output.

The printer supports versatile media handling, including automatic duplex printing and a unique landscape printing technology, which allows for a more efficient paper handling process. It houses dual paper trays with a combined capacity of 400 sheets, accommodating various paper sizes and types, including envelopes and cardstock. The MFC-J4710DW is equipped with a 35-sheet automatic document feeder, streamlining multi-page scanning and copying tasks.

Connectivity options are extensive, featuring built-in Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB interfaces, enabling seamless integration into existing network environments. Mobile and cloud printing capabilities are supported via Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Brother iPrint&Scan, and Wi-Fi Direct, ensuring users can print and scan directly from smartphones and tablets.

The intuitive 3.7-inch touchscreen display provides easy navigation through menus and settings, enhancing user experience. Energy-efficient operations are underscored by ENERGY STAR certification, promoting sustainable use. This printer also supports high-yield ink cartridges, reducing the frequency of replacements and overall printing costs. The Brother MFC-J4710DW stands as a reliable, feature-rich solution catering to diverse printing needs with robust performance and connectivity.

Brother MFC-J4710DW Advanced F.A.Q.

How can I connect my Brother MFC-J4710DW printer to a wireless network?

To connect your Brother MFC-J4710DW to a wireless network, press the Menu button on the printer, select 'Network', then 'WLAN', and finally 'Setup Wizard'. Follow the on-screen instructions to select your network and enter the password as needed.

What should I do if my Brother MFC-J4710DW is not printing?

If your Brother MFC-J4710DW is not printing, ensure it 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 the printer is set as the default printer in your computer's settings.

How do I perform a firmware update on the Brother MFC-J4710DW printer?

To update the firmware, download the latest firmware from Brother's official website. Connect the printer to your computer via USB, run the downloaded firmware update tool, and follow the on-screen instructions.

What maintenance tasks should I regularly perform on my Brother MFC-J4710DW?

Regular maintenance tasks include cleaning the print head, checking ink levels, and ensuring there are no paper jams. Additionally, perform periodic nozzle checks and print head alignments to maintain print quality.

How can I clear a paper jam in the Brother MFC-J4710DW?

To clear a paper jam, open the printer's front cover and gently pull out the jammed paper. Ensure no paper fragments remain inside. Check the rear cover and paper trays for additional jams.

Why is my Brother MFC-J4710DW printing blank pages?

If your printer is printing blank pages, check the ink levels and replace any empty cartridges. Run a print head cleaning cycle from the printer's maintenance menu to clear any clogs.

How do I scan a document using the Brother MFC-J4710DW?

To scan a document, place it on the scanner glass or in the document feeder. Press the 'Scan' button on the printer, select your scan settings, and choose the destination (e.g., computer, email). Press 'Start' to begin scanning.

What should I do if my Brother MFC-J4710DW is showing an error code?

Refer to the printer's manual or Brother's support website for the specific error code. Common solutions include restarting the printer, checking for paper jams, or resetting the network connection.

Can I print from my smartphone to the Brother MFC-J4710DW?

Yes, you can print from your smartphone using Brother's iPrint&Scan app. Download the app on your smartphone, connect to the same network as the printer, and follow the app's instructions to print.

How do I replace an ink cartridge in the Brother MFC-J4710DW?

To replace an ink cartridge, open the ink cartridge cover. Press the release lever to remove the empty cartridge, then insert the new cartridge until it clicks into place. Close the cover and follow any on-screen instructions.