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PRODUCT REVIEW
Brother MFC9650 Series
Product Overview
PRODUCT OVERVIEW FOR THE BROTHER MFC9650 MULTI FUNCTION CENTRE
This document is designed to explain in greater detail some of the more sophisticated / unique
features that are included with the MFC9650. This document is split into different sections FAX,
PRINTER, SCANNER, COPIER and PC FAX, additionally, features of the optional NC-8000
Network Interface Card. For convenience, the first section gives a brief overview of the
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PRODUCT REVIEW Product Overview As Multi Function Products have developed over the last few years their success has let to further developments in added features and faster print speeds. The key feature of this development is a demand for a fast, compact workgroup version. The major development in this area is the foundation of a new telecommunications standard by the ITU-T (the body responsible for bringing compatibility throughout the telecommunications industry). This recommendati
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PRODUCT REVIEW Plain Paper Fax The MFC9650 comes with a range of sophisticated features and also proves extremely useful thanks to 1. Modem Speed 14400BPS Modem Speed Transmits documents in as little as 6 seconds using latest the encoding and compression techniques. 2. Telephone Number Storage The machine can be setup for three types of easy dialling. One Touch, Speed Dial and Groups for Broadcasting of faxes. 3. Dual Access Memory The MFC9650 has a t
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PRODUCT REVIEW 1. Modem Speed The fast 14,400 BPS modem combined with quick scanning provides the highest possible transmission times of documents to other Fax/MFC machines. Combined with the latest compression technology (MMR) documents can be transmitted in as little as 6 seconds. 2. Telephone Number Storage There are 32 possible fax/telephone numbers that can be stored and then accessed using just one key (One Touch Dial Numbers). Additionally you
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PRODUCT REVIEW Laser Printer The efficient design means print speeds of upto 12 pages per minute (12ppm) can be achieved if using letter sized or A4 paper from the multi purpose cassette. A high capacity 6000 page toner cartridge (TN-6600) or a standard yield option (TN-6300) offering 3000 pages offers a choice in consumables for either the light or heavy user. An economy mode that cuts toner consumption by 50% The optional LT-400 lower tray further increases the paper capacit
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PRODUCT REVIEW 4. Standard and Enhanced Paper Handling An adjustable paper feed ensures that a variety of different paper sizes can be used. A manual duplex option allows for duplex printing using the adjustable paper feeder located at the front of the machine. 150-page output capacity The MFC9650 has a 150-sheet output capacity. Enhanced Paper Capacity For uninterrupted large print runs, the addition of the optional LT-400 lower tray doubles the paper-input capacity from 2
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PRODUCT REVIEW 7. On Board Memory and Memory Management The MFC9650 is well equipped to deal with even the most complex document or graphics due to a standard 4MB memory. Additionally, there is a 2MB flash ROM that is used to store incoming faxes when the machine is out of paper or the consumables have run out. Incoming FAX/MFC Memory (Flash ROM) is further upgradable by the optional ME2050 (2MB) or ME4050 (4MB). This option is simple to install and offers a total Flash memory capabi
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PRODUCT REVIEW Specifications for Printer (MFC9650) PRINTER Yes Colour/Mono Mono Engine Type Laser(ZL) Resolution(dpi) 600x600 Speed(ppm) 12 Paper Capacity(sheets) 250 Optional Paper Capacity(sheets) 250 (User Option) Standard Print Language Windows GDI(600x600) Emulation PCL4 Resident Fonts 24 Bitmap (PCL4 Comp.) Fonts Disk Based Yes (35 TrueType) Paper Handling Size LTR, A4, B5, A5, EXE Multi-Purpose Tray Custom Size (2.75x5 - 8.5x14) Envelop(DL/C5/CM10/
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PRODUCT REVIEW 1. 600dpi class monochrome printing Brother's MFC9650 allow Windows users to print at a maximum of 600 x 600 dpi. 2. Platform Support and Emulation Support The MFC9650 is supplied with a range of different printer drivers (Windows 3.1/95/98 and NT 4.0), these drivers have been designed to install easily into their intended operating systems. Individual users can run the SETUP.EXE program supplied to install the printer driver. However, for people wishing to
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PRODUCT REVIEW 4. Standard and Enhanced Paper Handling As the MFC9650 is more likely to be connected to a network environment, or be used with software applications that generate more paper, paper capacity can be doubled by installing the optional 250 sheet lower tray (LT-400). This increases paper-input capacity from 250 sheets to 500 sheets. The manual paper feed also accepts various paper formats including Paper Type for Manual Pass : Letter, Legal, A4, B5, Executive, Envel
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PRODUCT REVIEW 6. Driver Features Our Windows drivers also allow the user to take advantage of many of Brother's unique driver features such as: USB Driver The Windows 98 USB driver for your MFC9650 provides all the features of the Brother Printer Driver, but in addition you will find the automatic installation due to the USB Plug and Play capabilities a real benefit. It provides a hassle free way to install the driver for those people not particularly familiar with installing
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PRODUCT REVIEW Figure 2 Manual Duplex Dialog As the dialog screen says: even pages will be printed first. When all even pages have been printed, you will be prompted to re-insert the paper again and this time the printer will print the odd pages. Figure 3 Manual Duplex Second Dialog Two in One Printing Two in one printing is a useful feature that allows multi-page documents to be scaled down to individual pages. On the MFC9650 a 2 in 1 printing mode can be enabled
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PRODUCT REVIEW 7. On Board Memory and Memory Management The MFC9650 is well equipped to handle complex documents quickly and efficiently using the 4Mbytes of on board Random Access Memory (RAM) Configurable Memory The memory capabilities are configured by the driver, device options allow you specify the memory size of the MFC9650 8. Additional Free Software Brother Peer-to-Peer Windows 95/98 printing software We understand that not all users on a network access a file serve
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PRODUCT REVIEW Convenience Copier 1. Multi Copy The MFC9650 can be used conveniently as a copier, the machine allows up to 99 copies of an original document with adjustable contrast and resolution setting. There are two ways to make multiple copies on your MFC9650. You can select whether all the copied documents will be stacked (all copies of page 1, then all copies of page 2 etc) or whether the documents will be sorted (collated). 2. Zoom The MFC9650 supports an enlargem
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PRODUCT REVIEW 1. Multi Copy This feature allows the MFC9650 to be used as a copier, upto 99 copies can be made of an original document. The scanned documents can be either stacked, where all copies of page1 are printed, then all copies of page 2 etc. Or the documents can be collated (sorted), pages 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 then another set of copies 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 etc. The default resolution of 300x600dpi can be adjusted for different quality of originals and the contrast can be set accord
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PRODUCT REVIEW Scanner 1. Resolution The MFC9650 can scan your documents at resolutions up to 1200 x 1200dpi producing finely detailed, high quality images. 2. OCR Software Included Included with the MFC9650 is a software utility that contains Optical Character Recognition using Scansoft Textbridge software. Scanned text images can be converted into a ready to use editable format. 3. Compatibility Ease of use from a Twain Compatible product. BROTHER MFC9650 & NC-
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PRODUCT REVIEW 1. Resolution A whole range of resolutions from the TWAIN complaint scanner are available to suit your every requirement for scanning documents. Scanning resolutions available are from 100x100dpi to 1200x1200dpi (Interpolated). The best resolution for scanning depends on a number of things, quality of original, type of original and type of output required etc. This is useful if you want to scan different pages with different resolutions. For simple text based d
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PRODUCT REVIEW PC Fax PC Fax software gives your MFC9650 an extra dimension, this free software allows you to both send and receive faxes directly from your PC. This additional software is included as standard with the MFC9650 making it a truly diverse Multi Function Product. 1. PC Fax Send This feature is added to the MFC9650 with the Uni Message Pro software that is included as standard. Now you can send a fax from any application directly from your PC. This feature improv
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PRODUCT REVIEW 1. PC Fax Send Although fax machines have been excellent at sending pre-printed documents and re-creating them at the receiving station. There has been some drawbacks not least the inability to send directly from the users PC. This process involved printing the document or documents to a printer and then manually inserting the document in the fax machine and dialing the correct number. This method is far from efficient in terms of time and increases use of the office
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PRODUCT REVIEW NC-8000 Network Interface Card Features The NC-8000 Network card offers a whole range of additional features for use on the LAN and integrates the MFC9650 with the Internet. The new ITU-T standard the T.37 recommendation has integrated conventional fax machines with IP networks allowing a step forward in Fax Technology. Requirements of the ITU-T37 Simple Mode recommendation are that the NC-8000 uses TCP/IP (the most popular protocol associated with the Internet and LAN’s)
