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Troubleshooting
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Summary of Contents for Lexmark P200 Series
- Page 1 Lexmark Confidential until announced P200 Series User's Guide...
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Page 2: Safety Information
Safety information Use only the power supply and power supply cord provided with this product or the manufacturer's authorized replacement power supply and power supply cord. Connect the power supply cord to an electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible. Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the user documentation, to a professional service person. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Printing photos...15 Printing photos using Print Properties...15 Printing photos using Bluetooth...16 Maintaining the printer...17 Changing the print cartridge...17 Removing a used print cartridge...17 Installing the print cartridge...17 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...18 Refilling a print cartridge...18 Achieving better print quality...19 Contents... - Page 4 Aligning the print cartridge...19 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...20 Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts...20 Preserving the print cartridge...21 Ordering supplies...21 Recycling Lexmark products...21 Troubleshooting...22 Setup troubleshooting...22 Power button is not lit...22 Software does not install...22 Cannot print from a digital camera using PictBridge...23 Print troubleshooting...24...
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Page 5: Finding Information About The Printer
Where to find When you install the printer software, the User's Guide will be installed. Click Start ª Programs or All Programs ª P200 Series. Click User's Guide. If the link to the User's Guide is not on your desktop, follow these instructions: Insert the CD. -
Page 6: Setting Up The Printer
Setting up the printer The printer can be used as a stand-alone product, or with a connection to a computer. To set up the printer, see the Setup sheet that came with the product. Checking the box contents Name Description Color print cartridge Cartridge to be installed in the printer Power supply... -
Page 7: Learning About The Printer
Learning about the printer Understanding the parts of the printer Use the Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding. Paper support Load paper. Handle Carry the printer. Turn the printer on or off. Access cover Access the print cartridge. Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits. PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera, a flash drive, or a Bluetooth adapter to the printer. - Page 8 Use the Power supply port Connect the printer to a power source using the power supply. Plug the cord all the way into the power supply port on the printer. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet that other electrical devices have been using. If the USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable.
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Page 9: Learning About The Software
The Solution Center provides help, as well as information about the printer status and ink level. To open the Solution Center: Click Start ª Programs or All Programs ª P200 Series. Select Solution Center. The Solution Center consists of the following tabs:... -
Page 10: Using Print Properties
From this tab Advanced Note: For more information, click Help in the lower right corner of the screen. Using Print Properties Opening Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to a computer. You can change the settings in Print Properties based on the type of project you want to create. -
Page 11: Using The Print Properties Tabs
Using the Print Properties tabs All of the print settings are on the two main tabs of the Print Properties software: Quality/Copies and Paper Setup. Quality/Copies Paper Setup Options Select a Quality/Speed setting. • Select a Paper Type. • Customize how the printer prints several copies of a single print job: •... -
Page 12: Loading Paper
Notes: For best results, use Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper. • Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridge is not compatible with this type of paper. • Your printer supports the following paper sizes: A6 card: 4.1 x 5.8 inches (105 x 148 mm) -
Page 13: Connecting Photo Storage Devices
Connecting photo storage devices Inserting a flash drive A flash drive can be used to store photos taken using a digital camera or camera phone. The printer reads images stored on a flash drive. Insert a flash drive into the PictBridge port on the front of the printer. Note: An adapter may be necessary if your flash drive does not fit directly into the port. -
Page 14: Connecting A Pictbridge-Enabled Digital Camera
Connecting a PictBridge-enabled digital camera PictBridge is a technology available in most digital cameras that lets you print directly from your digital camera without using a computer. You can connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera to the printer, and use the camera to control printing photos. -
Page 15: Printing Photos
Notes: For best results, use Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper. • Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridge is not compatible with this type of paper. • Printing photos using Print Properties From a Windows program, you can use Print Properties to print photos stored on your computer. -
Page 16: Printing Photos Using Bluetooth
Printing photos using Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless technology that lets compatible products send and receive communication. The printer communicates with Bluetooth-enabled devices through a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Bluetooth adapter, which is sold separately. You can print photos from a Bluetooth-enabled device such as a camera phone using a USB Bluetooth adapter. Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you. -
Page 17: Maintaining The Printer
Maintaining the printer Changing the print cartridge Removing a used print cartridge Make sure the printer is on. Open the access cover. The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the printer is busy. Press down on the cartridge carrier lid to open the cartridge carrier. Remove the used print cartridge. -
Page 18: Using Genuine Lexmark Print Cartridges
Refilling a print cartridge The warranty does not cover repair of failures or damage caused by a refilled cartridge. Lexmark does not recommend use of a refilled cartridge. Refilling a cartridge can affect print quality and may cause damage to the printer. For best results, use Lexmark supplies. -
Page 19: Achieving Better Print Quality
Paper. Note: Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridge is not compatible with this type of paper. Load the paper with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, •... -
Page 20: Cleaning The Print Cartridge Nozzles
Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles Load photo paper. Open the Solution Center. See “Using the Solution Center” on page 9. From the Maintenance tab, click Clean to fix horizontal streaks. Click Print. A page prints, forcing ink through the print cartridge nozzles to clean them. Print the document again to verify that the print quality has improved. -
Page 21: Preserving The Print Cartridge
USB cable Notes: For best results, use Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper. • Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridge is not compatible with this type of paper. • Paper Lexmark Perfectfinish Photo Paper Lexmark Photo Paper Note: Availability may vary by country or region. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting “Setup troubleshooting” on page 22 • “Print troubleshooting” on page 24 • “Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting” on page 26 • “Device troubleshooting” on page 26 • “Error messages troubleshooting” on page 27 • “Removing and reinstalling the software” on page 28 •... -
Page 23: Cannot Print From A Digital Camera Using Pictbridge
OLUTION Remove the printer software CD. Restart the computer. When the desktop appears, cancel all Found New Hardware windows. Reinsert the printer software CD. Follow the instructions on the computer screen. OLUTION Check the USB cable for any obvious damage. Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the printer. -
Page 24: Print Troubleshooting
Paper. Note: Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridge is not compatible with this type of paper. Load the paper with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, •... -
Page 25: Print Speed Is Slow
OLUTION Check the ink level, and install a new print cartridge if necessary. For more information, see “Installing the print cartridge” on page 17. OLUTION If the printer is connected to the computer through another device: Disconnect the USB cable from any other device, such as a USB hub or switch box. Directly connect the cable to the printer and the computer. -
Page 26: Partial Photo Prints
Partial photo prints The flash drive or Pictbridge-enabled camera you inserted is empty or contains files that cannot be read by the printer. OLUTION Use another flash drive or Pictbridge-enabled camera. OLUTION Make sure the paper size being used matches the size you selected. Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting Paper jam in the printer Firmly grasp the paper, and gently pull it out. -
Page 27: Error Messages Troubleshooting
OLUTION Check the cable connections. Check the USB cable for any obvious damage. Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the printer. Firmly plug the rectangular end of the USB cable into the USB port of the computer. The USB port is marked with the Error messages troubleshooting These messages appear on your computer screen. -
Page 28: Removing And Reinstalling The Software
If the printer is not functioning properly, or if a communications error message appears when you try to use the printer, you may need to remove and reinstall the printer software. Click Start ª Programs or All Programs ª P200 Series. Select Uninstall. -
Page 29: Notices
This software and any accompanying documentation provided under this agreement are commercial computer software and documentation developed exclusively at private expense. Trademarks Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. - Page 30 Note: To assure compliance with FCC regulations on electromagnetic interference for a Class B computing device, use a properly shielded and grounded cable such as Lexmark part number 1021294 for USB attach. Use of a substitute cable not properly shielded and grounded may result in a violation of FCC regulations.
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Page 31: Industry Canada Compliance Statement
The following measurements were made in accordance with ISO 7779 and reported in conformance with ISO 9296. Note: Some modes may not apply to your product. 1-meter average sound pressure, dBA Printing Scanning not applicable Copying not applicable Ready Inaudible Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. Notices... -
Page 32: Power Consumption
Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive The WEEE logo signifies specific recycling programs and procedures for electronic products in countries of the European Union. We encourage the recycling of our products. If you have further questions about recycling options, please contact the place where you bought your printer. -
Page 33: Off Mode
Lexmark Confidential until announced The power consumption levels listed in the previous table represent time-averaged measurements. Instantaneous power draws may be substantially higher than the average. Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. One-hour Off mode This product is designed with an energy-saving one-hour Off mode. This mode is automatically engaged after this product is not used for one hour. -
Page 34: Index
Index access cover 7 Advanced tab 10 aligning print cartridge 19 Bluetooth adapter, inserting 16 printing 16 box contents 6 cannot print from digital camera using PictBridge 23 Cartridge Alert 27 cartridge nozzles and contacts, print wiping 20 Cartridge Stall 27 cartridge, print aligning 19 cleaning 20... - Page 35 Print Properties opening 9, 10 Options menu 10 Paper Setup tab 11 Quality/Copies tab 11 Save Settings menu 10 tabs 11 print quality, improving 19, 24 print speed is slow 25 print troubleshooting improving print quality 24 partial photo prints 26 print speed is slow 25 printer software reinstalling 28...