Manuals / Brother / Computer Equipment / All in One Printer

Brother MFC 8700, MFC 8600 software manual Paper Handling

Models: MFC 8700 MFC 8600

1 85

Download 85 pages 23.38 Kb

Page 67

Software Difficulties

Paper

Handling

Difficulties

Video Capture

DIFFICULTY	SUGGESTIONS
“Unable to write to	1. Make sure the MFC is on (plugged into the AC
LPT1” or “LPT1	outlet) and that is connected directly to the
already in use” error	computer using the bundled IEEE-1284
message appears.	bi-directional parallel cable. The cable must not
	go through another peripheral device (such as a
	go through another peripheral device (such as a
“MFC is Busy” or	Zip Drive, External CD-ROM Drive, or Switch
“MFC Connect	box).
Failure” error	2. Make sure the MFC’s LCD screen is not
message appears.	displaying an error message.
	3. Make sure no other device drivers, which also
	communicate through the parallel port, are
	running automatically when you boot up the
	computer (such as, drivers for Zip Drives,
	External CD-ROM Drive, etc..) Suggested
	areas to check: (Load=, Run= command lines
	in the win.ini file or the Statup Group)
	4. Check with you computer manufacturer to
	confirm that the computer’s parallel port
	settings in the BIOS are set to support a bi-
	directional machine, i.e. (Parallel Port Mode-ECP).
How can I load	You can load envelopes from either the multi-
envelopes?	purpose paper cassette or the manual feed slot. Your
	application software must be set up to print the
	envelope size you are using. This is usually done in
	the Page Setup or Document Setup menu of your
	software. Refer to your application manual.
Video does not show	Check the video cable connection to the MFC’s RCA
“Video: Press Copy”	pin jack. Check that the video equipment is sending
	a signal (video equipment is turned on and set to the
	correct setting).

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G W I N D O W S ® S O F T W A R E D I F F I C U L T I E S

8 - 3

Image 67

Brother MFC 8700, MFC 8600 software manual Paper Handling

Contents

Software Manual If You Need to Call Customer Service Brother fax-back system Frequently Asked Questions FAQsFor Customer Service Brother NumbersDescription Ordering Accessories and SuppliesDisclaimer-User Installation Memory Boards Trademarks Compilation and Publication NoticeTable of Contents Using MULTI-FUNCTION Link PRO Using Scansoft Paperport for Brother Using the Brother Machine with a NEW Power Introduction Setting Up Video Print ModeGetting Started Black and White Video Printing Changing Default SettingsSetting Video Type Setting Video Printing QualitySetting Print Size L K U P V I D E O P R I N T I N G Before You Install Multi-Function Link Pro Using Brother Machine with Your PCIf You Don’t Have a CD-ROM Drive CPU Computer RequirementsSelect Recommended and click Next Installing Brother Software Using a USB Cable Brother MFC USB Composite Device and click Next E T U P B R O T H E R M a C H I N E W I T H P C Brother MFC USB PortFaxModem and click Next E T U P B R O T H E R M a C H I N E W I T H P C T U P B R O T H E R M a C H I N E W I T H P C E T U P B R O T H E R M a C H I N E W I T H P C Choosing the Software to Install Overview of Basic Steps Installing the Brother Software For Parallel InterfaceT U P B R O T H E R M a C H I N E W I T H P C Helpful Hints for Windows 3.1x or Windows 95/98 Brother Control Center Using the Windows -Based Brother Control CenterAutoLoad the Brother Control Center How to Turn Off AutoLoadAuto Configuration Brother Control Center FeaturesScanning Operations Copy Operations Scanner Settings for Scan, Copy and PC Fax ButtonsPC Fax Operation Setting Up the Scanner Configurations Global SettingsTo access the Scanner Configurations screen Destination Folder Scanner SettingsScan to File Perform an Operation from the Control Center ScreenI N G B R O T H E R C O N T R O L C E N T E R Email Application Send Scan to E-mailQuickSend List File AttachmentsConversion Options Show QuickSend MenuSend Scan to Word Processor Word Processor Copy / Two on One Copy User Defined ButtonTarget Application Send a Fax Copy SettingsFAX Settings Brother Resource Manager Using the Multi-Function Link Pro SoftwarePaperPort for Brother Multi-Function Link Pro Main MenuMFC Remote Setup Sending a Quick Fax Sending a Fax from Your PCSending a Fax from the Main Menu Select the Send cover Sending a Fax from a Windows ApplicationBefore You Begin Checklist for Machine Make Sure MF Link Mode is ActiveChecklist for PC Receiving Faxes into PCUsing ScanSoft PaperPort for Brother and ScanSoft TextBridge Organizing Your Items in Folders Viewing Items in ScanSoft PaperPort for BrotherLinks to Many Other Applications Exporting Items in Other Formats Importing Items from Other ApplicationsExporting an Image File Scanning a Document into your PC Accessing the ScannerImage Settings in the Scanner WindowCustom ContrastPreScanning an Image Video Capture from the PC Connecting Your Video EquipmentTo connect your video equipment To capture a frame as an image Capturing An ImagePage Page For Windows 95/98 Only Main FeaturesTo Access the On-Line Documentation Internet Faxing For Windows 3.1 / 95/98 /NT 4.0 Only Using Internet Faxing with NetCentric FaxStormContact NetCentric Corporation at Customer SupportIf You Are Having Difficulty Troubleshooting Windows Software DifficultiesDOS Paper Handling Bi-directional Parallel Ports nibble and byte modes Difficulties Setting up the Software For Windows 3.1x UsersBrother HL-6/6V/10h/630series/660series/960/1260/ WL-660 HP LaserJet 4 Plus HP LaserJet series II, IID, IIP, IIP+, III, Iiid or IiipNEC SuperScript 610/660 Lexmark WinWriter Epson ActionLaser 1100Graphics or Text Is Missing When the Document Is Printed Installing Brother Printer and Scanner Drivers Exporting Images in Other Formats Importing ImagesScanning a Document into Your Macintosh G3 or iMac Color Type Business Card Size Scanning AreaMiscellaneous PreScanning an Image Page Glossary L O S S a R Y Control Center IndexD E Visit us on the World Wide Web