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Quick Setup Guide
Start Here
Please read the Product Safety Guide first before you set up your machine. Then, please read this Quick Setup
Guide for the correct setup and installation.
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
NOTE
1
Unpack the machine and check the components
Most of the illustrations in this Quick Setup Guide show the MFC-J470DW.
The components included in the box may differ depending on your country.
Basic User's Guide
(Australia only) (Hong Kong only)
Telephone Line Cord Adapter
1
If your computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, you can download the drivers from your model's download page at
http://solutions.brother.com/. For more information, see page 11.
WARNING
• Plastic bags are used in the packing of your machine. To avoid the danger of suffocation, keep these
plastic bags away from babies and children. Plastic bags are not toys.
• To ensure safe operation the supplied plug must be inserted only into a standard power outlet that is
properly grounded through the standard electrical wiring. Non grounded equipment may cause an
electrical shock hazard, and may cause excessive electrical noise radiation.
NOTE
Save all packing materials and the box in case for any reason you must ship your machine.
USB cable
Please use the supplied USB cable for a USB connection.
We recommend using a USB 2.0 cable (Type A/B) that is no more than two metres long.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injuries.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injuries.
IMPORTANT indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
damage to property or loss of product functionality.
Notes tell you how to respond to a situation that may arise or give tips about how the operation
works with other features.
Product Safety Guide
Black
Yellow
Cyan
Magenta
Starter Ink Cartridges
1
CD-ROM
Power Cord
Cables vary depending on countries.
MFC-J470DW
MFC-J475DW
Quick Setup Guide
USB Interface Cable
Telephone Line Cord
ARL/ASA/NZ Version 0
1

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  • Page 1 NOTE works with other features. Unpack the machine and check the components  Most of the illustrations in this Quick Setup Guide show the MFC-J470DW.  The components included in the box may differ depending on your country. Black Yellow...
  • Page 2 Remove the protective tape and film covering Connect the power cord. the machine, and also from the LCD. Remove the plastic bag a containing the ink cartridges from on top of the paper tray. (Example for Australia) Make sure you have all the components. NOTE •...
  • Page 3 Connect the telephone line cord. NOTE Connect one end of the telephone line cord to If you are sharing one telephone line with an the socket marked LINE on the machine. external telephone, connect it as shown below. Carefully guide the telephone line cord into the cable channel and out the back of the machine.

  • Page 4: Set Your Country

    Set your country Install the ink cartridges (Australia and New Zealand only) You must set your country so that the machine works CAUTION correctly on local telecommunication lines in each country. If ink gets in your eyes, wash it out with water at once and call a doctor if you are concerned.
  • Page 5 Unpack the ink cartridge. Take care to match the sticker colour a with Turn the green release lever on the orange the cartridge colour b as shown in the diagram protective packing a counterclockwise until it below. clicks to release the vacuum seal. Then Install each ink cartridge in the direction of the remove the orange protective packing a as arrow on the label.
  • Page 6 • Brother multifunction machines are designed to work with ink of a particular specification and Make sure that the triangular marks c on the...

  • Page 7: Check The Print Quality

    Gently put the paper into the paper tray print While holding the paper tray in place, pull out side down and top edge first. Check that the the paper support a until it clicks, and then paper is flat in the tray. unfold the paper support flap b.

  • Page 8: Set The Date And Time

    Set the date and time Wireless setup (if needed) The LCD displays the date and time. You can also When the Wi-Fi setup will start. message add the current date and time to each fax you send by appears on the LCD, read the message, and then setting your Station ID (see step 12).

  • Page 9: Enter Personal Information (Station Id)

    Choose a Receive Mode Enter personal information (Station ID) There are four possible receive modes: Fax Only, Set your machine’s Station ID so that the date and Fax/Tel, Manual and External TAD. time appear on each fax you send. uuBasic User’s Guide: Using Receive Modes If you are not using this machine for faxing, go to the If you are not using this machine for faxing, go to the next step.

  • Page 10: Transmission Verification Report

    Set the telephone line Verification Report compatibility (VoIP) Your Brother machine is equipped with a If you are connecting the machine to a VoIP service Transmission Verification Report that can be used as (over the Internet) we recommend that you change confirmation that you sent a fax.

  • Page 11: Choose Your Connection Type

    • If your computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, you can download the latest drivers, manuals and utilities for your model from the Brother Solutions Center at http://solutions.brother.com/. Some software applications included on the CD-ROM may not be available as a download.

  • Page 12: Before You Install

    Put the CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If the model name screen appears, choose your machine. If the language screen appears, choose your language. NOTE • If the Brother screen does not appear automatically, go to Computer (My Computer). ® (For Windows...

  • Page 13: Connect The Usb Cable

    ® Windows Lift the scanner cover to release the lock a. Connect the USB cable Gently push the scanner cover support down b and close the scanner cover c using both hands. Lift the scanner cover until it locks securely into the open position.
  • Page 14 • Internet access is required for the software update and the Brother Product Research and Support Program. • When you install MFL-Pro Suite, Brother Help will also be installed automatically. Brother Help allows you to access the Brother Solutions Center when you click NOTE in the task tray.

  • Page 15: For Macintosh Usb Interface Users

    Macintosh For Macintosh USB interface users (Mac OS X v10.6.8, 10.7.x, 10.8.x) Connect the USB cable to the USB port Before you install marked with a symbol. You will find the USB port inside the machine, as shown in the callout below.
  • Page 16 Choose Local Connection (USB), and then click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions. The installation of MFL-Pro Suite is now complete. Go to step 20. After the installation, the Brother software will search for the Brother device. This will take a few moments to complete.
  • Page 17 Macintosh Download and install Presto! PageManager When Presto! PageManager is installed, OCR capability is added to Brother ControlCenter2. You can easily scan, share and organize photos and documents using Presto! PageManager. On the Brother Support screen, click the Presto! PageManager icon to go to the Presto! PageManager download site, and follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 18: For Wireless Network Users

    The following steps will guide you through the configuration and installation process. To achieve optimum results with normal everyday document printing, place the Brother machine as close to the network access point/router as possible with minimal obstructions. Large objects and walls between the two devices as well as interference from other electronic devices can affect the data transfer speed of your documents.
  • Page 19 Choose your wireless setup method The following instructions will offer three methods for setting up your Brother machine on a wireless network. If you began the wireless setup from step 9 on page 8, go to method b or c. For all other users, choose the method you prefer for your environment.
  • Page 20 For Wireless Network Users ® One-push setup using WPS or AOSS™ (Windows , Macintosh and mobile devices) Use this method if your wireless access point/router supports automatic wireless (one-push) setup (WPS or AOSS™). page 23 Now go to...
  • Page 21 NOTE 54926. If you still have trouble with your network  • If the Brother screen does not appear connection, add UDP ports 137 and 161. automatically, go to Computer (My Computer). Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the ®...
  • Page 22 • Connect your mobile device to a wireless available SSIDs. access point/router using Wi-Fi connection. If a list of SSIDs is displayed, press a or b to • Download and install Brother iPrint&Scan choose the SSID you wrote down in step 18-b ® (Android™/iOS/Windows Phone) from your on page 19.
  • Page 23 AirPrint (iOS) with this machine. • To download the User’s Guide for the application you are using (Brother Place the Brother machine within range of your iPrint&Scan/AirPrint), visit the Brother WPS or AOSS™ access point/router. The Solutions Center at range may differ depending on your http://solutions.brother.com/ and click Manuals...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    For Wireless Network Users Troubleshooting If you need assistance during setup and want to contact Brother Customer Service, make sure you have your SSID (Network Name) and Network Key ready. We cannot assist you in locating this information. How can I find the wireless security information (SSID and Network Key*) 1) Check the documentation provided with your wireless access point/router.
  • Page 25 The security information (SSID/Network Key) is incorrect. Reconfirm the SSID and security information (Network Key). If your router uses WEP encryption, enter the key used as the first WEP key. Your Brother TS-05 machine supports the use of the first WEP key only.

  • Page 26: Wireless Network

    Put the CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If the model name screen appears, choose your machine. If the language screen appears, choose your language. NOTE • If the Brother screen does not appear automatically, go to Computer (My Computer). ® (For Windows...
  • Page 27 - Windows XP, Windows Vista ® Windows 7 users: Run the Installation The installation of the Brother drivers will Diagnostics located in (Start) > automatically start. The installation screens All Programs > Brother > MFC-XXXX LAN appear one after another.
  • Page 28 12SE on up to two PCs on the network. If you want to use more than two PCs with Nuance™ PaperPort™ 12SE installed, please purchase the Brother NL-5 pack which is a multiple PC license agreement pack for up to five additional users. To purchase the NL-5 pack, contact Brother customer service or your local Brother dealer.
  • Page 29 • If the Setup Network “Scan to” name screen appears, follow the instructions below. After the installation, the Brother software will search for the Brother device. This will take a 1) Enter a name for your Macintosh (up to few moments to complete.
  • Page 30 Choose your machine from the list. Click Add and then click Next. When Presto! PageManager is installed, OCR capability is added to Brother ControlCenter2. You can easily scan, share and organize photos and documents using Presto! PageManager. On the Brother Support screen, click the...

  • Page 31: Install Optional Applications

    Install Optional Applications ® Windows Click the button for the application you want to Install optional install. applications BookScan&Whiteboard Suite supported by Reallusion, Inc The BookScan Enhancer software can correct your scanned book images automatically. The Whiteboard Enhancer software cleans up and enhances text and images from photos taken of your whiteboard.

  • Page 32: For Network Users

    For Network Users Reset the network settings to factory default To restore all network settings of the internal Print/Scan server to the factory default, please follow the steps below: Make sure the machine is idle, then disconnect all the cables from the machine (except the power cord). Press Menu.

  • Page 33: Other Information

    Click Programs, click Default Programs, and and resources for personal and professional use. then click Associate a file type or protocol with a program. Mac users can access Brother CreativeCentre at Select .pdf, and then click the Change http://www.brother.com/creativecenter/ program... button.

  • Page 34: Replacement Consumables

    The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors relating to the publication.

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