Brother MFC-845CW Manual

The Brother MFC-845CW is a multifunction color inkjet printer featuring printing, scanning, copying, and faxing capabilities. It supports wireless connectivity, PC-Fax, color LCD display, automatic document feeder (ADF), duplex printing, and memory card slots. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Printing & Scanning 8. Maintenance 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Color inkjet printhead, scanner unit, ADF, color LCD panel, control panel, memory card slots, wireless antenna, paper trays.

Feature	Description
Print Resolution	Up to 6000 x 1200 dpi
Print Speed	Up to 31 ppm black, 25 ppm color
Scanner Type	Flatbed + ADF, color CIS
Fax Capability	Super G3, PC-Fax, 100-page memory
Connectivity	USB 2.0, Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
Memory Card Slots	CompactFlash, Memory Stick, SD, xD-Picture Card
Paper Handling	250-sheet capacity, automatic duplex
Display	2.5-inch color LCD
Ink Cartridges	4 individual LC-51 series (black, cyan, magenta, yellow)
Supported OS	Windows, Mac OS

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable, level surface near power outlet.

Remove all packaging tape and protective materials from inside and outside.
Install ink cartridges: Open front cover, insert cartridges into respective slots until they click.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load up to 150 sheets of plain paper.
Connect power cord to printer and wall outlet.
Install printhead: Power on, wait for carriage to move to center, install printhead, close cover.

WARNING! Do not touch ink nozzles or copper contacts. Keep printer away from heat sources.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow LCD prompts.

Install software: Insert CD or download drivers from Brother website, follow on-screen instructions.
Network setup: For wireless, use WPS or manual setup via control panel.
Align printhead: Print alignment page from maintenance menu.
Test print: Print demo page to verify installation.
Register product: Optional online registration for support.

CAUTION! Do not interrupt power during initial setup.

Specifications

Print Technology: Inkjet, 4-color individual cartridges.
Print Speed: Black: up to 31 ppm, Color: up to 25 ppm.
Scanner Resolution: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi optical.
Fax Transmission: Approx. 3 seconds per page.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, envelopes, photo sizes.
Interface: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, 10/100 Ethernet, Wireless 802.11b/g.
Power Consumption: Approx. 35W operating, 2.5W standby.
Dimensions: 18.7" W x 16.1" D x 11.8" H.
Weight: Approx. 24.3 lbs.

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: Power, Start, Stop/Exit, Numeric keypad, Fax buttons, Menu, Navigation arrows, OK.

LCD Menu: Setup, Fax, Copy, Scan, Network, Maintenance.

Setup: Language, Date/Time, Network settings, Sleep timer. Fax: TX settings, phonebook, redial. Copy: Copies, darkness, reduce/enlarge, paper type. Scan: Resolution, file format, destination. Network: Wireless setup, IP address, WPS. Maintenance: Printhead cleaning, alignment, nozzle check.

Connecting Devices

USB: Connect to computer directly. Network: Ethernet cable to router. Wireless: Use WPS or manual configuration.

Turn off printer before connecting cables.
For USB: Use included cable, connect to computer USB port.
For Ethernet: Connect to router LAN port.
For wireless: Use control panel to select network and enter password.
Install drivers on each computer that will use the printer.

Tip: Ensure wireless signal strength is adequate for stable connection.

Printing & Scanning

Supports documents, photos, envelopes, labels.

Print from computer: Select Brother printer in print dialog, adjust settings as needed.
Copy: Place document on glass or in ADF, press Copy, adjust settings, press Start.
Scan to computer: Use Brother software or Windows/Mac built-in scanning.
Scan to memory card: Insert card, select Scan to Card from menu.
Fax: Place document, dial number using keypad or phonebook, press Start.
Photo printing from card: Insert memory card, select photos on LCD, choose print options.
Duplex printing: Enable in printer driver settings for automatic double-sided printing.

WARNING! Do not touch scanner glass with fingers; use ADF for multiple pages.

Maintenance

Replace ink when low indicator appears. Clean printhead if print quality declines. Clean scanner glass with soft, lint-free cloth.

Ink replacement: Open front cover, press cartridge latch, remove old, insert new until click.
Printhead cleaning: Menu > Maintenance > Clean Printhead.
Nozzle check: Print test pattern to identify clogged nozzles.
Exterior cleaning: Unplug, use damp cloth, avoid liquids on controls.

CAUTION! Use only Brother genuine ink cartridges. Do not refill cartridges.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15 Class B compliant. ICES-003 compliant. Energy Star qualified. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-276-8437.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not responding	Connection/power	Check cables, restart printer and computer, reinstall drivers.
Poor print quality	Clogged nozzles/low ink	Run printhead cleaning, check ink levels, align printhead.
Paper jams	Paper misloaded/damaged	Turn off, remove paper carefully, reload correctly, check for obstructions.
Wireless connection fails	Signal/configuration	Move closer to router, check password, restart router and printer.
Scanner not working	Driver/connection	Reinstall scanner driver, check USB/network connection, restart.
Fax transmission fails	Phone line/ settings	Check phone line connection, verify recipient number, redial.

Reset: Menu > Initial Setup > Reset Settings if needed.

Service: 1-877-276-8437; support.brother.com