PCFAX (MFC models only)

PC-FAX (MFC models only)

The PC-FAX option lets you send and receive faxes. You can also configure the address book and change some general machine settings.

These buttons are for sending or receiving faxes using the Brother PC-FAX application.

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Send

Lets you scan a page or document and automatically send the image as a fax from the PC using the Brother PC-FAX software. (See PC-FAX sending.)

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Receive

By clicking this button, the PC-FAX receive software is activated and your PC starts receiving fax data from your Brother machine. After activating the PC-FAX option, the icon name changes to View Received which when clicked will open an application and display the received faxes. Before using the PC-FAX Receive option, you must select the PC-FAX Receive option from the control panel menu of the Brother machine. (See PC-FAX receiving.)

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Address Book

Lets you open the Brother PC-FAX address book. (See Brother Address Book.)

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Setup

Lets you configure the PC-FAX sending settings. (See Sending setup.)

Note

PC-FAX supports Black and white faxing only.

Send

The Send button lets you scan a document and automatically send the image as a fax from the PC using the Brother PC-FAX software. (See PC-FAX sending.)

To change the Send settings, right-click the Send button and click ControlCenter Configuration. You can change the Resolution, Scan Type, Document Size, Show Scanner Interface, Brightness and Contrast settings.

If you want to scan a duplex document, check Duplex(two-sided) Scanning and choose Long-edge binding or Short-edge binding. (Not available for the DCP-8080DN and MFC-8480DN)

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