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  • Page 1 SAMSUNG Laser Printer User's Guide ML-2010 Series...
  • Page 2 This manual is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from or related to use of this manual.
  • Page 3 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any comments or questions regarding Samsung products, contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Country Customer Care Center Web Site CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung.com/ca MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG www.samsung.com/mx (7267864) U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung.com ARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 www.samsung.com/ar...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ONTENTS NTRODUCTION Chapter 1: Special Features ..........1.2 Printer Driver Features ......... 1.3 Printer Components ..........1.4 Front View ............. 1.4 Rear View ............1.5 Understanding the Control Panel ......1.6 On Line/Error and Toner Save LEDs ....1.6 Cancel button ..........1.7 ETTING RINTER Chapter 2:...
  • Page 6 AINTAINING RINTER Chapter 4: Maintaining the Toner Cartridge ......4.2 Redistributing Toner ........4.3 Replacing the Toner Cartridge ......4.5 Using the Toner Save Mode ........4.5 Cleaning the Printer ..........4.6 Cleaning the Outside ........4.6 Cleaning the Inside ......... 4.6 Consumables and Replacement Parts .....
  • Page 7 Important Precautions and Safety Information When using this machine, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to people: Read and understand all instructions. Use common sense whenever operating electrical appliances. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the machine and in the literature accompanying the machine.
  • Page 8 Unplug the machine from the PC and AC wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: •When any part of the power cord, plug, or connecting cable is damaged or frayed. •If liquid has been spilled into the machine. •If the machine has been exposed to rain or water.

  • Page 9: Laser Safety Statement

    Environmental and Safety Consideration Laser Safety Statement The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapter 1 Subchapter J for Class I(1) laser products, and elsewhere, is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 825. Class I laser products are not considered to be hazardous.

  • Page 10: Ozone Safety

    However, it is advisable that the machine be operated in a well ventilated area. If you need additional information about ozone, please contact your nearest Samsung dealer. Power Saver This printer contains advanced energy conservation technology that reduces power consumption when it is not in active use.

  • Page 11: Radio Frequency Emissions

    Radio Frequency Emissions FCC regulations This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 12 Declaration of Conformity (European Countries) Approvals and Certifications The CE marking applied to this product symbolizes Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Declaration of Conformity with the following applicable 93/68/EEC Directives of the European Union as of the dates indicated: January 1, 1995: Council Directive 73/23/EEC Approximation of the laws of the member states related to low voltage equipment.
  • Page 14 Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your Printer! This chapter includes: • Special Features • Printer Driver Features • Printer Components • Understanding the Control Panel...

  • Page 15: Introduction

    Special Features Your new printer is equipped with special features that improve the print quality, giving you a competitive edge. You can: Print with excellent quality and high speed 1200 x 600 dots per inch (dpi) • You can print at 20 ppm in A4 22 ppm in Letter •...

  • Page 16: Printer Driver Features

    Printer Driver Features Your printer drivers will support the following standard features: • Paper source selection • Paper size, orientation and media type • number of copies Table below lists a general overview of features supported by your printer drivers. Printer Driver Feature Win 95/98/Me...

  • Page 17: Printer Components

    Printer Components Front View Output support Paper output tray Top cover (Face down) Control panel Front cover Paper input tray Manual Tray Toner cartridge Side guides Rear guide NTRODUCTION...

  • Page 18: Rear View

    Rear View USB port Power receptacle Power switch Parallel port NTRODUCTION...

  • Page 19: Understanding The Control Panel

    Understanding the Control Panel On Line/Error and Toner Save LEDs Description If the On Line/Error lights green, the printer is ready to print. If the On Line/Error lights red, the printer is experiencing an error, such as jammed paper, no paper, the open top or front cover, or the empty toner cartridge.

  • Page 20: Cancel Button

    Description If you press the Cancel button in Ready mode, this LED is on and the Toner Save mode is enabled. If you press this button once again, this LED is off and the Toner Save mode is disabled. If the On Line/Error and Toner Save LEDs blink, your system has some problems.

  • Page 21: Setting Up Your Printer

    Setting Up Your Printer This chapter provides step by step information on setting up your printer. This chapter includes: • Unpacking • Installing the Toner Cartridge • Loading Paper • Connecting a Printer Cable • Turning the Printer on • Printing a Demo Page •...

  • Page 22: Unpacking

    Unpacking Remove the printer and all accessories from the packing carton. Make sure that the printer has been packed with the following items: Power Cord Toner Cartridge CD-ROM Quick Install Guide Paper Cover The paper cover is to prevent dust and moisture from contaminating your paper loaded in the tray.

  • Page 23: Selecting A Location

    Carefully remove all of packing tape from the printer. Tape Selecting a Location Select a level, stable place with adequate space for air circulation. Allow extra space for opening cover and tray. The area should be well-ventilated and away from direct sunlight or sources of heat, cold, and humidity.

  • Page 24: Installing The Toner Cartridge

    Installing the Toner Cartridge Grasp the front cover and pull it toward you to open. Note: Because the printer is very light, it may be moved when you use it; for example, when opening/closing the tray or installing/ removing the toner cartridge. Be careful not to move the printer. Remove the toner cartridge from its bag and remove the paper protecting the cartridge by pulling the packing tape.
  • Page 25 Gently roll the cartridge 5 or 6 times to distribute the toner. Thoroughly rolling the cartridge will assure maximum copies per cartridge. Note: If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric. Cautions: •...
  • Page 26 Unfold the toner cartridge handle and grasp it. Insert the cartridge in the printer until it snaps into place. Note: Carefully insert or pull out the toner cartridge not to scratch against the printer. Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed.

  • Page 27: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper You can load approximately 150 sheets of paper in the tray. Grasp the paper input tray and pull it toward you to open. Pinch the rear guide and pull it out to extend the tray. Note: Because the printer is very light, it may be moved when you use it;...
  • Page 28 Load paper with the print side facing up. Make sure that all four corners are flat in the tray. Pay attention not to overload paper. Paper overloading may cause paper jams. Pinch the rear guide to adjust for the paper length and pinch the side guide and slide it to the left flush against the paper.

  • Page 29: Connecting A Printer Cable

    If necessary, close the paper cover to keep the paper loaded in the tray from dust. Connecting a Printer Cable To print from your computer in a local environment, you need to connect your printer to the computer with either a parallel interface cable or a Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable.
  • Page 30 Connect the other end of the cable to the parallel interface port on your computer, and tighten the screws. See your computer’s User’s Guide, if you need help. Using a USB Cable : Connecting the printer to the USB port of the computer requires a certified USB cable.

  • Page 31: Turning The Printer On

    Turning the Printer on Plug the power cord into the power receptacle on the back of the printer. Plug the other end into a properly grounded AC outlet and turn on the printer using the power switch. To the AC outlet Cautions: •...

  • Page 32: Printing A Demo Page

    Printing a Demo Page Print a demo page to make sure that the printer is operating correctly. Press and hold down the Cancel button on the control panel for about 2 seconds to print a demo page. The Demo page shows the printer’s current configuration. 2.12 ETTING RINTER...

  • Page 33: Installing Printer Software

    Installing Printer Software You must install software using the supplied CD-ROM after you have set up your machine and connected it to your computer. For details, see Software User’s Guide If you are printing from Windows You can install the following printer software using the CD-ROM. •...

  • Page 34: System Requirements

    System Requirements Your machine supports following operating system. • Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP - The following table shows Windows requirements. Item Requirements Operating System Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP Windows 98/Me/ Pentium II 400 MHz or higher NT 4.0/2000 Pentium III 933 MHz Windows XP or higher Windows...
  • Page 35 2.15 ETTING RINTER...

  • Page 36: Using Print Materials

    Using Print Materials This chapter will help you understand types of paper you can use with this printer and how to properly load paper in the tray for the best print quality. This chapter includes: • Choosing Paper and Other Materials •...

  • Page 37: Choosing Paper And Other Materials

    Choosing Paper and Other Materials You can print on a variety of print materials, such as plain paper, envelopes, labels, transparencies and so on. See “Paper Specifications” on page 6.3. To get the best possible print quality, use only high-quality copier-grade paper. When you choose print materials, consider the followings: •...

  • Page 38: Type, Input Sources And Capacities

    Type, Input Sources and Capacities Input Source/Capacity Paper Type Paper Tray Manual tray Plain paper Envelopes Labels Transparency films Card stocks a. Maximum capacity may differ depending on media weight, thickness, and environmental conditions. b. If you experience excessive jamming, load one sheet at a time through the manual tray.
  • Page 39 • For envelopes: - Use only well-constructed envelopes with sharp, well creased folds. - Do not use envelopes with clasps and snaps. - Do not use envelopes with windows, coated lining, self- adhesive seals, or other synthetic materials. - Do not use damaged or poorly made envelopes. - Only use envelopes recommended for laser printers.
  • Page 40 • For Card Stock or Custom-sized materials: - Postcards, 3.5 by 5.83 in.(index) cards and other custom- sized materials can be printed with this printer. The minimum size is 76 by 127mm(3.0 by 5.0 in.) and the maximum size is 216 by 356mm(8.5 by 14 in.) - Always insert the short-edge into the manual tray first.

  • Page 41: Verifying The Output Location

    Verifying the Output Location The printer has the paper output tray that collects paper face- down, in correct order. Notes: • If you continuously print many pages, the surface of the output tray may become hot. Be careful not to touch the surface, and especially keep children away from the surface.

  • Page 42: Using The Manual Tray

    Using the Manual Tray If you select Manual Feed in the Source option, you can manually load paper in the manual tray. Manually loading paper can be helpful when you want to check the print quality after each page is printed. If you experience a paper jam from the manual tray, load one sheet of paper at a time into the manual tray.

  • Page 43: Printing On Special Materials

    Printing on Special Materials Open the paper input tray. Load the print material in the manual tray. Do not mix types. See the following directions to load each type of print material. •Load the envelopes in the manual tray with the flap side down.
  • Page 44 •Load transparencies in the manual tray with print side up, and the top with the adhesive strip going first. Notes: • To prevent transparencies from sticking to each other, do not let the printed sheets stack up as they are printed out. •...

  • Page 45: Canceling A Print Job

    •Load letterheads in the manual tray with the design face up, top edge towards the printer. Adjust the side guide to the edge of the material. When you print on special material, you must select Manual Feed for Source from the software application, and then select the correct paper size and type.
  • Page 46 To stop a print job from the Printers folder From the windows Start menu, select Settings. Select Printers to open the Printers window, and double- click the your printer icon. From the Document menu, select Cancel Printing (Windows 95/98/Me) or Cancel (Windows 2000/XP).

  • Page 47: Maintaining Your Printer

    Maintaining Your Printer This chapter provides suggestions for maintaining the toner cartridge and the printer. This chapter includes: • Maintaining the Toner Cartridge • Using the Toner Save Mode • Cleaning the Printer • Consumables and Replacement Parts...

  • Page 48: Maintaining The Toner Cartridge

    Maintaining the Toner Cartridge Toner cartridge storage To get the maximum results from the toner cartridge, keep the following guidelines in mind. • Do not remove the toner cartridge from its package until ready for use. • Do not refill the toner cartridge. The printer warranty does not cover damage caused by using a refilled cartridge.

  • Page 49: Redistributing Toner

    Redistributing Toner When toner is low, faded or light areas may appear on a printed page. You may be able to temporarily improve the print quality by redistributing the toner. The following procedures may allow you to finish the current print job before replacing the toner cartridge.
  • Page 50 Gently shake the toner cartridge from side to side five or six times to redistribute the toner. Note: If the toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric.

  • Page 51: Replacing The Toner Cartridge

    Replacing the Toner Cartridge If the print remains light after redistributing toner (see page 4.3), replace the toner cartridge. Remove the old cartridge and install a new toner cartridge. See “Installing the Toner Cartridge” on page 2.4. Using the Toner Save Mode The Toner Save mode allows the printer to use less toner on each page.

  • Page 52: Cleaning The Printer

    Cleaning the Printer To maintain the print quality, follow the cleaning procedures below each time the toner cartridge is replaced or if print quality problems occur. Note: While cleaning the inside of the printer, be careful not to touch the transfer roller (located underneath the toner cartridge). Oil from your fingers can cause print quality problems.
  • Page 53 Pull the toner cartridge out and remove it from the printer.. Remove the manual tray by pulling it out. With a dry, lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the toner cartridge area and the toner cartridge cavity.
  • Page 54 Locate the long strip of glass (LSU) inside the top of the cartridge compartment, and gently swab the glass to see if dirt turns the white cotton black. Reinsert the manual tray, toner cartridge and close the cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. If it is not firmly closed, printing errors may occur when you print.

  • Page 55: Consumables And Replacement Parts

    Approx. 50,000 pages Fuser Unit Approx. 50,000 pages To purchase the consumables and replacement parts, contact Samsung dealer or the place where you bought your product. We strongly recommend that items be installed by a trained service personnel. AINTAINING RINTER...

  • Page 56: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems This chapter provides helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error while using your printer. This chapter includes: • Troubleshooting Checklist • Solving General Printing Problems • Clearing Paper Jams • Solving Print Quality Problems •...

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Troubleshooting Checklist If the printer is not working properly, consult the following checklist. If the printer does not pass a step, follow the corresponding troubleshooting suggestions. Check Solution Check the power cord Check the power source by plugging into another and the power switch.

  • Page 58: Solving General Printing Problems

    Solving General Printing Problems For problems with the operation of your printer, refer to the table for suggested solutions. Problem Possible Cause Solution The Printer The printer is not Check the power cord connections. Check does not print. receiving power. the power switch and the power source.
  • Page 59 Problem Possible Cause Solution The printer The printer driver may Reinstall the printer driver; see does not print. be incorrectly Software User’s Guide. Try printing a (continued) installed. demo page. The printer is Check the LEDs on the control panel to malfunctioning.
  • Page 60 Problem Possible Cause Solution The paper There is too much Remove excess paper from the tray. keeps paper in the paper If printing on special materials, use the jamming. tray. manual feed mode. An incorrect type of Use only paper that meets the paper is being used.

  • Page 61: Clearing Paper Jams

    Clearing Paper Jams Occasionally, paper can be jammed during a print job. Some of causes include: • The tray is overfilled. • The front cover has been opened during a print job. • Paper that does not meet paper specifications has been used. See “Paper Specifications”...
  • Page 62 Open the top cover and the inner cover. Cautions: • When removing the jammed paper, be careful not to touch the heat roller (located underneath the inner cover). It is hot and could cause burns! • The top and inner cover themselves may also be hot due to the heat roller.

  • Page 63: In The Paper Feed Area

    Close the inner cover and the top cover. Printing resumes automatically. Note: Failed pages will not reprint. Try printing the pages. In the Paper Feed Area Remove any missfeed paper by pulling it out by the visible edge from the tray. Make sure that all of the paper is properly aligned in the tray.

  • Page 64: In The Manual Tray

    In the Manual Tray Remove the jammed paper in the tray by gently pulling it straight out. If there is any resistance and the paper does not move when you pull, or if you cannot see the paper in this area, check the fuser area around the toner cartridge.
  • Page 65 If necessary, pull the manual tray out. Gently pull the paper toward you. Check that there is no other paper in the printer. If necessary, push the manual tray back into the machine. Reinstall the toner cartridge and close the front cover. Your printer resumes printing the document from failed pages.

  • Page 66: Tips For Avoiding Paper Jams

    Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams By selecting the correct paper types, most paper jams can be avoided. If a paper jam occurs, follow the steps outlined in “Clearing Paper Jams” on page 5.6. • Follow the procedures in “Loading Paper” on page 2.7. Ensure that the adjustable guides are positioned correctly.

  • Page 67: Solving Print Quality Problems

    Solving Print Quality Problems Problem Solution Light or faded If a vertical white streak or faded area appears on the page: print • The toner supply is low. You may be able to temporarily extend the toner cartridge life. See “Redistributing Toner” on page 4.3.
  • Page 68 Problem Solution Vertical lines If black vertical streaks appear on the page: • The drum inside the toner cartridge has probably been scratched. Install a new toner cartridge. If white vertical streaks appear on the page: • The surface of the LSU part inside the machine may be dirty.
  • Page 69 Problem Solution Background Background scatter results from bits of toner distributed on scatter the printed page. • The paper may be too damp. Try printing with a different batch of paper. Do not open packages of paper until necessary so that the paper does not absorb too much moisture.
  • Page 70 Problem Solution Wrinkles or • Ensure that the paper is loaded properly. creases • Check the paper type and quality. See “Paper Specifications” on page 6.3. • Turn over the stack of paper in the input tray. Also try rotating the paper 180° in the feeder. Back of printouts •...
  • Page 71 Problem Solution Character voids are white areas within the parts of Character Voids characters that should be solid black: • If you are using transparencies, try another type of transparency. Because of the composition of the transparency, some character voids are normal. •...

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting Error Messages

    Troubleshooting Error Messages When the printer experiences an error, the control panel will indicate an error message with the indicator lights. Find the light pattern below that matches the printer light pattern and follow the solutions to clear the error. LED status legend symbol for “light off”...

  • Page 73: Common Windows Problems

    Common Windows Problems Problem Possible Cause and Solution “File in Use” message Exit all software applications. Remove all software from appears during the StartUp Group, then restart Windows. Reinstall the installation. printer software. “General Protection Close all other applications, reboot Windows, and try Fault”, “Exception OE”, printing again.

  • Page 74: Common Linux Problems

    LPRng is defined as the first queue in /etc/printcap, therefore it is not possible for the Samsung Printer Package to change the default when some queues have otherwise been defined using printtool.
  • Page 75 Problem Possible Cause and Solution The N-up setting does not The N-up feature is achieved through post-processing of work correctly for some the PostScript data that is being sent to the printing of my documents. system. However, such post-processing can only be adequately achieved if the PostScript data conforms to the Adobe Document Structing Conventions.
  • Page 76 Problem Possible Cause and Solution How do I specify the IP It can be specified in the “Add Printer” dialog of the address of my SMB configuration tool, if you don’t use the CUPS printing server? system. Unfortunately, CUPS currently doesn’t allow to specify the IP address of SMB printers, so you will have to be able to browse the resource with Samba in order to be able to print.
  • Page 77 5.22 OLVING ROBLEMS...

  • Page 78: Chapter 6: Specifications

    Specifications This chapter includes: • Printer Specifications • Paper Specifications...

  • Page 79: Printer Specifications

    358 x 299 x 217 mm / 14.1 x 11.8 x 8.5 in. Temperature:10 ~ 32 °C / 50 ~ 90 °F; Humidity: 20 ~ 80 Operating Environment % RH Emulation SPL (Samsung Printer Language) Random Access Memory (RAM) 8 MB (non expandable) Fonts Windows font USB 1.1 (Compatible with USB 2.0)

  • Page 80: Paper Specifications

    • Before purchasing large quantities of paper, ensure the paper meets the requirements specified in this User’s Guide. Caution: Using paper that does not meet these specifications may cause problems, requiring repairs. These repairs are not Samsung warranty or service agreements. covered by the PECIFICATIONS...

  • Page 81: Supported Sizes Of Paper

    Supported Sizes of Paper Weight Size (mm/in.) Capacity Plain paper Letter (216 x 279/8.5 x 11) • 16 to 24 lb (60 to 90 g/m A4 (210 x 297/8.3 x 11.7) bond) for the tray A5 (148 x 210/5.8 x 8.2) •...

  • Page 82: Guidelines For Using Paper

    Guidelines for Using Paper For the best result, use conventional 75 g/m (20 lb) paper. Ensure that the paper is of good quality, and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, and curled or bent edges. If you are unsure of what type of paper you are loading (such as, bond or recycled), check the label on the package.

  • Page 83: Paper Specifications

    Paper Specifications Category Specifications Acid Content 5.5 ~ 8.0 pH Caliper 0.094 ~ 0.18 mm (3.0 ~ 7.0 mils) Curl in Ream Flat within 5 mm (0.02 in.) Cut with sharp blades with no visible Cut Edge Conditions fray. Must not scorch, melt, offset, or release Fusing Compatibility hazardous emissions when heated to 200 °C (392 °F) for 0.1 second.

  • Page 84: Printer And Paper Storage Environment

    Printer and Paper Storage Environment Paper storage environmental conditions directly affect the feed operation. Ideally, the printer and paper storage environment should be at or near room temperature, and not too dry or humid. Remember that paper is hygroscopic; it absorbs and loses moisture rapidly. Heat works with humidity to damage paper.
  • Page 85 NDEX paper jams, clear 5.6 paper load capacity 3.3 cancel, print 3.10 paper load, in tray 2.7 card, print 3.9 parallel cable, connect 2.9 clean, printer 4.6 preprinted paper, print 3.10 connect print parallel 2.9 demo page 2.12 USB 2.10 printer cable, connect 2.9 USB cable 2.9 printer, clean 4.6...
  • Page 86 replace 4.5 toner save 4.5 transparencies, print 3.9 turn on, printer 2.11 unpack 2.2 USB cable, connect 2.9 2.10...
  • Page 87 Samsung Printer Software User’s Guide...
  • Page 88 ONTENTS NSTALLING RINTER OFTWARE IN INDOWS Chapter 1: Installing Printer Software ......................3 Changing the Software Language ....................4 Reinstalling Printer Software ..................... 5 Removing Printer Software ....................... 5 ASIC RINTING Chapter 2: Printing a Document ........................ 6 Printer Settings ........................7 Layout Tab ........................
  • Page 89 Using Overlays ........................17 What is an Overlay? ...................... 17 Creating a New Page Overlay ..................17 Using a Page Overlay ....................18 Deleting a Page Overlay ....................19 HARING THE RINTER OCALLY Chapter 4: Setting Up a Host Computer ....................20 Setting Up a Client Computer ....................

  • Page 90: Installing Printer Software In Windows

    Installing Printer Installing Printer Software Software in Windows All applications should be closed on your PC before beginning installation. This chapter includes: : If the “New Hardware Wizard” window appears during • Installing Printer Software the installation procedure, click in the upper right corner of •...

  • Page 91: Changing The Software Language

    Choose the type of installation. To register yourself as a user of Samsung Printers in order to receive information from Samsung, select the checkbox and click Finish. You are now sent to the Samsung web site. Otherwise, just click Finish.

  • Page 92: Reinstalling Printer Software

    Reinstalling Printer Software Removing Printer Software You can reinstall the software if installation fails. Start Windows. Start Windows. From the Start menu select Programs or All Programs From the Start menu select Programs or All Programs → your printer driver name → Maintenance. →...

  • Page 93: Basic Printing

    The basic print settings are selected within the Print Basic Printing window. These settings include the number of copies and print range. This chapter explains the printing options and common printing tasks in Windows. This chapter includes: Make sure that your •...

  • Page 94: Printer Settings

    Layout Tab Printer Settings The Layout tab provides options to adjust how the document appears on the printed page. The Layout Options includes Multiple Pages per Side and Poster. See “Printing a You can use the printer properties window, which allows you to Document”...

  • Page 95: Paper Tab

    Paper Tab Source Make sure that Source is set to the corresponding paper tray. Use the following options to set the basic paper handling Use the Manual Feed source when printing to special material. specifications when you access the printer properties. See You need to load one sheet at a time into the manual tray.

  • Page 96: Graphics Tab

    Graphics Tab Advanced Options Use the following Graphic options to adjust the print quality for You can set advanced settings by clicking the Advanced your specific printing needs. See “Printing a Document” on Options button. page 6 for more information on accessing printer properties. Click the Graphics tab to display the properties shown below..

  • Page 97: Extras Tab

    Extras Tab About Tab You can select output options for your document. See “Printing Use the About tab to display the copyright notice and the a Document” on page 6 for more information about accessing version number of the driver. If you have an Internet browser, the printer properties.

  • Page 98: Using A Favorite Setting

    Using a Favorite Setting Using Help The Favorites option, which is visible on each properties tab, Your printer has a help screen that can be activated by clicking allows you to save the current properties settings for future the Help button in the printer properties window. These help use.

  • Page 99: Advanced Printing

    Advanced Printing Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper (N-Up Printing) This chapter explains printing options and advanced printing tasks. You can select the number of pages to print on a single sheet of paper. To print more than one page per sheet, the pages will be reduced in size and arranged in the order you specify.

  • Page 100: Printing Posters

    Click the Paper tab, select the paper source, size, and Printing Posters type. Click OK and print the document. You can complete the poster by pasting the sheets together. This feature allows you to print a single-page document onto 4, 9, or 16 sheets of paper, for the purpose of pasting the sheets together to form one poster-size document.

  • Page 101: Printing On Both Sides Of Paper (Manual Duplex)

    From the Double-sided Printing section, select either Printing on Both Sides of Paper None, Long Edge, or Short Edge. (Manual Duplex) You can print on both sides of a sheet of paper manually. Before printing, decide how you want your document oriented. The options are: •...

  • Page 102: Printing A Reduced Or Enlarged Document

    Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Fitting Your Document to a Document Selected Paper Size You can change the size of a page’s content to appear larger or This printer feature allows you to scale your print job to any smaller on the printed page. selected paper size regardless of the digital document size.

  • Page 103: Using Watermarks

    Creating a Watermark Using Watermarks To change the print settings from your software application, access printer properties. See “Printing a The Watermark option allows you to print text over an existing Document” on page 6. document. For example, you may want to have large gray Click the Extras tab, and click the Edit button in the letters reading “DRAFT”...

  • Page 104: Editing A Watermark

    Editing a Watermark Using Overlays To change the print settings from your software application, access printer properties. See “Printing a Document” on page 6. What is an Overlay? Click the Extras tab and click the Edit button in the Watermark section. The Edit Watermark window An overlay is text and/or images stored in the computer hard appears.

  • Page 105: Using A Page Overlay

    Using a Page Overlay In the Edit Overlay window, click Create Overlay. After an overlay has been created, it is ready to be printed with your document. To print an overlay with a document: Create or open the document you want to print. To change the print settings from your software application, access printer properties.

  • Page 106: Deleting A Page Overlay

    If necessary, click Confirm Page Overlay When Printing. If this box is checked, a message window appears each time you submit a document for printing, asking you to confirm your wish to print an overlay on your document. If this box is not checked and an overlay has been selected, the overlay automatically prints with your document.

  • Page 107: Sharing The Printer Locally

    Sharing the Printer Setting Up a Host Computer Locally Start Windows. From the Start menu select Printers and Faxes. You can connect the printer directly to a selected computer, Double-click your printer driver icon. which is called “host computer,” on the network. From the Printer menu, select Sharing.

  • Page 108: Using Status Monitor

    Using Status Monitor Changing the Status Monitor Program Settings If an error occurs while printing, the Status Monitor window appears, showing the error. Select the Status Monitor icon on the Windows task bar and right-click on the Status Monitor icon. Select Option. OTES The following window opens.

  • Page 109: Using Your Printer In Linux

    Using Your Printer in System Requirements Linux Supported OS You can use your printer in a Linux environment. • Redhat 6.2/7.0/7.1 and above • Linux Mandrake 7.1/8.0 and above This chapter includes: • SuSE 6.4/7.0/7.1 and above • System Requirements •...

  • Page 110: Installing The Printer Driver

    For Expert, select the desired option and then click Begin Install. Installing the Printer Driver Make sure that you connect the printer to your computer. Turn both the computer and the printer on. When the Administrator Login window appears, type in “root”...

  • Page 111: Changing The Printer Connection Method

    Changing the Printer Connection Click the Connection tab and ensure that the printer port is set properly. If it is not, change the device setting. Method If you change the printer connection method from USB to parallel or vice versa while in use, you must reconfigure your Linux printer by adding the printer to your system.

  • Page 112: Uninstalling The Printer Driver

    The Info tab shows general information about the printer. If you are an Internet user, you can click Go to the Web page for this printer to access the Samsung web page. Click the Job tab to inspect and manage the job queue for the selected printer.

  • Page 113: Changing Llpr Properties

    The Properties tab allows you to change the default You can also open the LLPR Properties window in the printer settings. following ways: •From the Startup Menu icon at the bottom of the screen, select Linux Printer, and then Linux LPR. •If the Linux Printer Configuration window is currently open, select Test Print from the Print menu.

  • Page 114: Using Your Printer With A Macintosh

    Some printers do not support a network Enter the password and click OK. interface. Make sure that your printer supports a The Samsung SPL Installer window opens. Click Continue network interface by referring to Printer Specifications and then click Continue.

  • Page 115: Setting Up The Printer

    Enter the queue name in the Queue Name field. If you cannot determine the queue name for your printer server, try using the default queue first. Select Samsung in Printer Model and your printer in Model Name. Make sure that your Click Add.

  • Page 116: Changing Printer Settings

    Changing Printer Settings Printer Features Setting The Printer Features tab provides options for selecting the You can use advanced printing features when using your paper type and adjusting print quality. printer. Select Printer Features from the Presets drop-down list to From your Macintosh application, select Print from the File access the following features: menu.

  • Page 117: Printing Multiple Pages On One Sheet Of Paper

    Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper You can print more than one page on a single sheet of paper. This feature provides a cost-effective way to print draft pages. From your Macintosh application, select Print from the File menu. Select Layout.
  • Page 118 NDEX configuration tool 25 from Windows 6 driver N-up advanced printing, use 12 install 23 Macintosh 30 uninstall 25 Windows 12 LLP properties 26 overlay 17 poster 16 booklet printing 13 scaling 15 watermark 16 printer properties, set Macintosh Linux 26 driver document, print Macintosh 29...
  • Page 119 Linux 25 Macintosh 27 Windows 5 status monitor, use 21 system requirements Linux 22 Macintosh 27 toner save, set 9 uninstall, software Linux 25 Macintosh 27 Windows 5 watermark create 16 delete 17 edit 17 print 16...
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