features of your new laser product Your new machine is equipped with a number of special features that improve the quality of the documents you print. With the machine, you can: SPECIAL FEATURES Save time and money Print with excellent quality and speed •...
FEATURES BY MODELS The machine is designed to support all of your document needs. Basic features of this machine include; FEATURES ML-2245 USB 2.0 Full speed Duplex (2-sided) printing (Manual) ( : Included) ABOUT THIS USER’S GUIDE This user’s guide provides information about basic understanding of the machine as well as detailed explanation on each step during the actual usage. Both novice users and professional users can refer to this guide for installing and using the machine.
Provides you with help information on printer driver properties and instructions for setting up the properties for printing. To access a Printer Driver Help printer driver help screen, click Help from the printer properties dialog box. If you have Internet access, you can get help, support, printer drivers, manuals, and order information from the Samsung website, Samsung website www.samsungprinter.com.
safety information IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS What the icons and signs in this user’s guide mean: Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death. WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage. CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your laser MFP, follow these basic safety precautions:...
13. 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. •...
During normal operation, this machine produces ozone. The ozone produced does not present a hazard to the operator. However, it is advisable that the machine be operated in a well ventilated area. If you need additional information about ozone, request your nearest Samsung dealer. RECYCLING Recycle or dispose of the packaging material for this product in an environmentally responsible manner.
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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: The declaration of conformity may be consulted at www.samsung.com/printer, go to Support > Download center and enter your printer name to browse the EuDoC.
Cleaning your machine Cleaning the outside Cleaning the inside Maintaining the Printing cartridge Toner cartridge storage Handling instructions Use of non-Samsung and refilled toner cartridge Estimated cartridge life Redistributing toner Replacing the toner cartridge Replacing the imaging unit TROUBLESHOOTING Tips for avoiding paper jams...
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Solving other problems Paper feeding Printing problems Printing quality problems Common Windows problems Common Macintosh problems Common Linux problems ORDERING SUPPLIES AND ACCESSORIES Supplies Maintenance parts How to purchase SPECIFICATIONS ML-2245 Series GLOSSARY INDEX 10_Contents...
introduction These are the main components of your machine: This chapter includes: • Printer overview • Supplied software • Control panel overview • Printer driver features • Understanding the control panel PRINTER OVERVIEW Front view ‘ Rear guides Paper cover Side guides Rear view USB port...
CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW PRINTING CARTRIDGE OVERVIEW An unit containing a OPC drum which makes virtual Imaging image for print. unit When the imaging unit is worned out, replace the imaging unit. “See "Replacing the imaging unit" on page 30 An unit containing toner powder. Toner When the toner cartridge has almost reached its cartridge...
Samsung cannot guarantee non-genuine Samsung toner cartridge's quality. Service or repair required as a result of using non-genuine Samsung toner cartridges will not be covered under the machine warranty. All printing errors will appear in the program window.
CD and if you are a Linux OS user, • Number of copies download the software from the Samsung website (www.samsung.com/ In addition, you can use various special printing features. The following printer) and install.
getting started This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up the machine. This chapter includes: • Setting up the hardware • System requirements • Printing a demo page • Installing the software 7. Turn the machine on. SETTING UP THE HARDWARE When you move the machine, do not tilt or turn it upside down.
Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher is the minimum requirement for all Windows operating systems. Free HDD space 1 GB (2GB) • Users who have an administrator right can install the software. Please, visit www.samsung.com for open source information. 16 _Getting started...
5. After the installation is finished, a window appears asking you to print a If the AutoPlay window appears in Windows Vista, Windows 7 and test page and to register yourself as a user of Samsung machines in Windows Server 2008 R2, click Run Setup.exe in Install or run order to receive information from Samsung.
Some print media may meet all of the guidelines in this section and still not produce satisfactory results. This may be the result of improper handling, unacceptable temperature and humidity levels, or other variables over which Samsung has no control. • Before purchasing large quantities of print media, ensure that it meets the requirements specified in this user’s guide.
Specifications on print media TYPE SIZE DIMENSIONS WEIGHT CAPACITY Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 inches) • 60 to 90 g/m (16 to 24 lb bond) for • 150 sheets of 75 g/m (20 lb Plain paper the tray bond) paper for the tray Legal 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches)
Guidelines for special print media MEDIA TYPE GUIDELINES • To avoid damaging the machine, use only labels MEDIA TYPE GUIDELINES Labels designed for use in laser machines. • Successful printing on envelopes depends upon the - When selecting labels, consider the following Envelopes quality of the envelopes.
Using photographic paper or coated paper may cause problems, requiring repairs. Such repairs are not covered by Samsung’s warranty or service agreements. Because the machine is very light, it may be moved when you use it;...
4. Pinch the rear guide to adjust for the paper length and pinch the side PRINTING ON SPECIAL PRINT MEDIAS guide and slide it to the left flush against the paper. The machine can hold special sizes and types of print material, such as postcards, note cards, and envelopes.
3. Load the paper in the manual tray. SETTING THE PAPER SIZE AND TYPE After loading paper in the paper tray, you need to set the paper size and Envelope Preprinted paper Transparency type using the printer driver. Follow these steps to make your changes permanent.
basic printing This chapter explains common printing tasks. This chapter includes: • Printing a document • Canceling a print job PRINTING A DOCUMENT Your machine allows you to print from various Windows, Macintosh, or Linux applications. The exact steps for printing a document may vary depending on the application you use.
maintenance This chapter provides information for maintaining your machine and the toner cartridge. This chapter includes: • Cleaning your machine • Replacing the toner cartridge • Maintaining the Printing cartridge • Replacing the imaging unit 3. Pull the printing cartridge out and remove it from the machine. CLEANING YOUR MACHINE To maintain print quality, follow the cleaning procedures below each time the toner cartridge is replaced or if print quality problems occur.
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4. With a dry, lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the 6. Reinsert the toner cartridge and close the cover. Make sure that the toner cartridge area and the toner cartridge cavity. cover is securely closed. If it is not firmly closed, printing errors may occur when you print.
Use of non-Samsung and refilled toner cartridge Samsung Electronics does not recommend or approve the use of non- Samsung brand toner cartridges in your printer including generic, store brand, refilled, or remanufactured toner cartridges.
3. Fold the printing cartridge handle and gently shake the printing cartridge REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGE from side to side five or six times to redistribute the toner. When the toner LED rapidly blinks red, it means a toner cartridge has almost reached its estimated cartridge life.
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Remove the dummy cartridge or used toner cartridge by releasing the 9. Locate the printing cartridge slots inside the machine, one on each side. locking lever and pull the toner cartridge out. 5. Remove the dummy cartridge or used toner cartridge away. Take a new toner cartridge out from its bag.
11. Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. If the REPLACING THE IMAGING UNIT cover is not firmly closed, printing errors may occur when you print. When the on-line/error LED lights red, it means the machine’s imaging unit has reached its lifespan.
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4. Remove the toner cartridge by releasing the locking lever and pull the 8. Locate the printing cartridge slots inside the machine, one on each side. toner cartridge out. If there’s toner left in the toner cartridge, keep the toner cartridge and insert into the new imaging unit later.
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10. Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. If the cover is not firmly closed, printing errors may occur when you print. 32 _Maintenance...
troubleshooting This chapter gives helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error. This chapter includes: • Tips for avoiding paper jams • Solving other problems • Clearing paper jams CLEARING PAPER JAMS TIPS FOR AVOIDING PAPER JAMS In the paper exit area Paper jams in this area may result in loose toner on the By selecting the correct media types, most paper jams can be avoided.
2. Open the top cover and the inner cover. 4. Close the inner cover and the top cover. Printing resumes automatically Failed pages will not reprint. Try printing the pages. • When removing the jammed paper, be careful not to touch the heat roller (located underneath the inner cover).
3. Gently pull the paper toward you. Around the printing cartridge 1. Open the front cover. 4. Check that there is no other paper in the machine. 2. Pull the printing cartridge out and remove it from the machine. 5. Reinstall the toner cartridge and close the front cover. Your machine resumes printing the document from failed pages.
See page 19. • There may be debris inside the machine. Open The machine is not Select Samsung ML-2245 the front cover and remove the debris. selected as the Series as your default printer default printer.
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POSSIBLE POSSIBLE CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS CAUSE CAUSE The paper source For many software Incompatibility Printing the PDF file as an The machine The machine selection in the applications, the paper between the PDF image may solve this selects print does not print printer properties...
Printing quality problems CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS If the inside of the machine is dirty or paper has been loaded improperly, you may notice a reduction in print quality. See the table below to clear the White spots appear on the page: White Spots problem.
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CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS Background scatter results from bits of toner • Check for leaking toner. Clean the inside of the Background scatter Back of printouts randomly distributed on the printed page. machine. See page 25. are dirty •...
Common Macintosh problems CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS If the printed paper is curled or paper does not feed Curl into the machine: Incompatibility between the PDF file and • Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try The machine does not the Acrobat products: rotating the paper 180°...
Common Linux problems Refer to Mac OS User’s Guide that came with your computer for further information on Mac OS error messages. CONDITION SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS • Check if the printer driver is installed in your The machine does system. Open Unified Driver Configurator not print.
Declared yield based on 2 pages per job from stand-by mode. To order Samsung-authorized supplies or accessories, contact your local Samsung dealer or the retailer where you purchased your machine, or visit The life of the toner cartridge and imaging unit yield depends on the www.samsung.com/supplies...
specifications This chapter guides you about this machine’s specifications such as various features. This chapter include: • ML-2245 Series ITEM DESCRIPTION ML-2245 SERIES Up to 12,000 pages yield Imaging unit (Shipped with 12,000 pages imaging unit.) life ITEM DESCRIPTION 350.5 x 298.5x 212 mm External (13.8 x 11.75 x 8.35 inches) dimension...
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glossary DADF The following glossary helps you get familiar with the product by understanding the terminologies commonly used with printing as well A Duplex Automatic Document Feeder (DADF) is a mechanism that will as mentioned in this user's guide. automatically feed and flip over an original sheet of paper so that the machine can scan on both sides of the paper.
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An emulator duplicates the functions of one system with a different Intranet system, so that the second system behaves like the first system. A private network that uses Internet Protocols, network connectivity, and Emulation focuses on exact reproduction of external behavior, which is possibly the public telecommunication system to securely share part of in contrast to simulation, which concerns an abstract model of the an organization's information or operations with its employees.
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PABX A Light-Emitting Diode (LED) is a semiconductor device that indicates A private automatic branch exchange (PABX) is an automatic telephone the status of a machine. switching system within a private enterprise. MAC address Media Access Control (MAC) address is a unique identifier associated Printer Command Language (PCL) is a Page Description Language with a network adapter.
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Subnet Mask The subnet mask is used in conjunction with the network address to determine which part of the address is the network address and which part is the host address. TCP/IP The Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and the Internet Protocol (IP); the set of communications protocols that implement the protocol stack on which the Internet and most commercial networks run.
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index Cancel button replacing components toner cartridge 29, 31, 33 cleaning inside 26 outside 26 control panel status LED supplies expected toner cartridge life 28 demo page, print driver Windows problems installation 17 tips for avoiding paper jams 34 Status 14 Linux problems Maintenance maintenance parts 43...
If you have any comments or questions regarding Samsung products, contact the Samsung customer care center. COUNTRY/REG CUSTOMER CARE COUNTRY/REG CUSTOMER CARE WEB SITE WEB SITE CENTER CENTER 06-80-SAMSUNG www.samsung.com/hu HUNGARY 0800-333-3733 www.samsung.com/ar ARGENTINE (726-7864) 1300 362 603 www.samsung.com/au...
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This user’s guide is provided for information purposes only. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages, arising from or related to use of this user’s guide.
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Editing a Watermark ..................... 16 Deleting a Watermark ....................16 Using Overlays ........................17 What is an Overlay? ...................... 17 Creating a New Page Overlay ..................17 Using a Page Overlay ....................17 Deleting a Page Overlay ....................17 HARING THE RINTER OCALLY Chapter 4:...
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Setting Up the Printer ......................27 For a Network-connected ....................27 For a USB-connected ....................27 Printing ..........................28 Printing a Document ..................... 28 Changing Printer Settings ....................28 Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper ..............29...
This is recommended for most users. All components necessary Installing Printer for printer operations will be installed. Software in Windows Make sure that the printer is connected to your computer and powered on. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. This chapter includes: The CD-ROM should automatically run, and an installation •...
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Choose the type of installation. Click Next. 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.
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. →...
Open the document you want to print. Basic Printing Select Print from the File menu. The Print window is displayed. It may look slightly different depending on your application. This chapter explains the printing options and common printing The basic print settings are selected within the Print tasks in Windows.
Printing to a file (PRN) Printer Settings You will sometimes need to save the print data as a file for your You can use the printer properties window, which allows you to purpose. access all of the printer options you need when using your printer.
Layout Tab Paper Tab The Layout tab provides options to adjust how the document Use the following options to set the basic paper handling appears on the printed page. The Layout Options includes specifications when you access the printer properties. See Multiple Pages per Side, Poster Printing and Booklet “Printing a Document”...
Graphics Tab Source Make sure that Source is set to the corresponding paper tray. Use the following Graphic options to adjust the print quality for Use Manual Feeder when printing on special materials like your specific printing needs. See “Printing a Document” on envelopes and transparencies.
Extras Tab Advanced Options You can set advanced settings by clicking the Advanced You can select output options for your document. See “Printing Options button. a Document” on page 7 for more information about accessing • Print All Text To Black: When the Print All Text To the printer properties.
About Tab Using a Favorite Setting Use the About tab to display the copyright notice and the The Favorites option, which is visible on each properties tab, version number of the driver. If you have an Internet browser, allows you to save the current properties settings for future you can connect to the Internet by clicking on the web site icon.
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.
Printing Posters Printing Booklets 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. To change the print settings from your software application, access printer properties.
Printing on Both Sides of Paper Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Document You can print on both sides of a sheet of paper. Before printing, decide how you want your document oriented. You can change the size of a page’s content to appear larger or The options are: smaller on the printed page.
Editing 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 7. document. For example, you may want to have large gray Click the Extras tab and click the Edit button in the letters reading “DRAFT”...
Using a Page Overlay Using Overlays 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. What is an Overlay? To change the print settings from your software application, access printer properties.
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.
Smart Panel. install. OTES OTES • If you have already installed more than one Samsung printer, first select the printer model you want in order to • To use this program, you need: use the corresponding Smart Panel. Right-click (in Windows...
Opening the Troubleshooting Changing the Smart Panel Guide Program Settings Using the troubleshooting guide, you can view solutions for Right-click (in Windows or Linux) or click (in Mac OS X) the error status problems. Smart Panel icon and select Options. Right-click (in Windows or Linux) or click (in Mac OS X) the Select the settings you want from the Options window.
• Configuring Printer Properties printer software. If you are not a super user, ask your system • Printing a Document administrator. From the Samsung website, download and unpack the Unified Linux Driver package to your computer. Getting Started Click the icon at the bottom of the desktop.
Click Uninstall. Click Next. The installation program has added the Unified Driver Configurator desktop icon and Samsung Unified Driver group to the system menu for your convenience. If you have any difficulties, consult the onscreen help that is available through your system menu or can otherwise be called from the driver package windows applications, such as Unified Driver Configurator.
Double-click Unified Driver Configurator on the installed printer. desktop. You can also click the Startup Menu icon and select Samsung Unified Driver and then Unified Driver Configurator. Shows the status, model name and Press each button on the Modules pane to switch to the URI of your printer.
Classes Tab Configuring Printer Properties The Classes tab shows a list of available printer classes. Using the properties window provided by the Printers configuration, you can change the various properties for your machine as a printer. Open the Unified Driver Configurator. Shows all of the If necessary, switch to Printers configuration.
To abort the current job, click Cancel. Printing Files You can print many different types of files on the Samsung machine device using the standard CUPS way - directly from the command line interface. The CUPS lpr utility allows you do that.
Printer Specifications Double-click the Installer icon. in your Printer User’s Guide. Enter the password and click OK. The Samsung Installer window opens. Click Continue. This chapter includes: Select Easy Install and click Install. Easy Install is • Installing Software recommended for most users.
• For MAC OS 10.5~10.6, open System Preferences from • For MAC OS 10.4, if Auto Select does not work properly, the Applications folder, and click Printer & Fax. select Samsung in Print Using and your printer name in Model. Click Add on the Printer List.
Changing Printer Settings Printing You can use advanced printing features when using your printer. From your Macintosh application, select Print from the File menu. The printer name which appears in the printer properties OTES window may differ depending on the printer in use. Except for •...
Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet Graphics of Paper The Graphics tab provides options for selecting Resolution(Quality) and Color Mode. Select Graphics You can print more than one page on a single sheet of paper. form the Presets' drop-down list to access the graphic This feature provides a cost-effective way to print draft pages.
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OFTWARE SECTION NDEX Windows 9 from Windows 7 Linux N-up advanced printing, use 13 driver, install 21 Macintosh 29 Windows 13 printer properties 24 overlay 17 printing 25 poster 16 booklet printing 14 PRN 8 scaling 15 watermark 16 Macintosh print resolution 25 driver document, print...
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true-type option 10 software install Macintosh 26 Windows 4 reinstall Windows 6 system requirements Macintosh 26 uninstall Macintosh 26 Windows 6 status monitor, use 19 toner save, set 10 uninstall, software Macintosh 26 Windows 6 Uninstalling 22 watermark create 16 delete 16 edit 16 print 16...