Lexmark X74 User Manual

Lexmark international user's guide printer/fax/scanner/copier x74, x75
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X74-X75 All-In-One

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  • Page 1 X74-X75 All-In-One...
  • Page 2 Safety information Use only the Lexmark power supply provided with this product. Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible. Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the manual, to a professional service person.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Understanding the parts of your All-In-One ... 1 Using the Operator Panel ... 2 Understanding your software ... 3 Using Print Properties ... 3 Using the Lexmark All-In-One Center ... 6 Using the Lexmark Solution Center ... 9 Using your All-In-One ... 11 Printing ... 11 Scanning ...
  • Page 4 Index ... 28 Thank you for purchasing a Lexmark X74-X75 All-In-One! Congratulations on your new purchase. The Lexmark X74-X75 All-In-One combines the functionality of an inkjet printer, a scanner, a copier, and a fax machine all into a single, multifunction device making it one of the most exciting products on the market today.
  • Page 5: Learning About Your All-In-One

    Learning about your All-In-One Setting up your All-In-One If you have not already done so, follow the steps on the setup sheet that came with your All-In-One to complete the hardware and software installation. If problems occur during the setup process, see Setup Troubleshooting on page 19.
  • Page 6: Using The Operator Panel

    USB cable connector USB cable Using the Operator Panel Your All-In-One is equipped with an operator panel that lets you scan and copy with the press of a button. Paper Feed button Feeds paper through the All-In-One. Press when the Status light is flashing.
  • Page 7: Understanding Your Software

    Understanding your software Your All-In-One software consists of three main components: • Print Properties (printing) • The Lexmark X74-X75 All-In-One Center (scanning, copying, and faxing) • The Lexmark X74-X75 Solution Center (troubleshooting, maintenance, and cartridge ordering information) While each component has a distinct function, they all work together to optimize the performance of your All-In-One.
  • Page 8 Once you open Print Properties, the Quality/Copies tab displays along with the I want to... menu. Print Properties Quality Copies tab and I want to... menu Print Properties tabs Use the Quality/ Copies, Paper Setup, and Print Layout tabs to select your printer settings.
  • Page 9: Print Properties Tabs

    Print Properties tabs All of your printer settings are on the three main tabs of the Print Properties software: the Quality/Copies tab, Paper Setup tab, and Print Layout tab. From this tab: Quality/Copies Paper Setup Print Layout Note: For additional information about these settings, right-click a setting on the screen, and then select What’s This? Save Settings menu...
  • Page 10: Using The Lexmark All-In-One Center

    The Options menu also provides you with direct links to different parts of the Lexmark Solution Center (see page 9) as well as software version information. Using the Lexmark All-In-One Center The Lexmark All-In-One Center is the software that lets you scan, copy, and fax documents.
  • Page 11 The All-In-One Main Page The All-In-One Main Page consists of four main sections: Scan, Copy, Creative Tasks, and Preview area. From this section: Scan... Copy... Creative Tasks... Preview area Note: For more information about this page, click the Help button located in the top, right corner of the screen. You can do the following: •...
  • Page 12 Maintain/Troubleshoot page The Maintain/Troubleshoot page provides you with direct links to the Lexmark Solution Center. For more information about the Lexmark Solution Center, see the next section. Note: For more information about this page, click the Help button located in the top, right corner of the screen.
  • Page 13: Using The Lexmark Solution Center

    Lexmark X74-X75 Solution Center. Once you open the Lexmark Solution Center, the Printer Status tab appears. Lexmark Solution Center Printer Status tab The Lexmark Solution Center consists of six tabs: Printer Status, How To, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Contact Information, and Advanced. From this tab: Printer Status...
  • Page 14 • Align the print cartridges to fix blurry edges. • Troubleshoot ink problems. • Remove residue from Japanese postcards (Hagaki). Contact • Learn how to contact Lexmark by phone. Information Advanced • Change the appearance of the Printing Status window •...
  • Page 15: Using Your All-In-One

    Using your All-In-One The following sections give you everything you need to know for basic printing, scanning, copying, and faxing. You’ll be creating fun projects in no time at all. Printing Printing is the most basic function of your All-In-One. The Print Properties I want to...
  • Page 16 Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Make sure your All-In-One is turned on and receiving power. From your software program’s File menu, click Print. In the Print dialog box, click the Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup button (depending on the program).
  • Page 17 Go to the Paper Setup tab and select your paper type, paper size, and orientation. Right-click a setting on the screen, and then select What’s This? to see details about a setting. Paper type setting Orientation setting Go to the Print Layout tab and select the layout and duplexing settings for the type of document you are printing.
  • Page 18: Scanning

    Close the top cover. Open the Lexmark All-In-One Center (see page 6). The All-In-One Main Page appears. Click the Preview Now button located in the upper, right corner of the All-In-One Main Page.
  • Page 19: Copying

    Scan Now to complete the scan. If you are using the Creative Tasks menu, follow the instructions on your screen. Copying Do you need to make photocopies? Copying is easy with the Lexmark All-In-One Center. The following steps show you how to make black and white, gray, or color copies.
  • Page 20 Close the top cover. Open the Lexmark All-In-One Center (see page 6). The All-In-One Main Page appears. Note: It is possible to make copies directly from the operator panel without opening the software (see page 2).
  • Page 21: Faxing

    Close the top cover. Open the Lexmark All-In-One Center (see page 6). From the Creative Tasks section of the All-In-One Main Page, click Fax using your computer’s modem.
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section helps you solve problems you may be experiencing with your All-In-One. Additional troubleshooting information is available in the Lexmark Solution Center. See page 9 to learn how to access the Lexmark Solution Center. Troubleshooting checklist Before you try to solve the problem, check the following:...
  • Page 23: Setup Troubleshooting

    Setup troubleshooting Use this section to solve problems you may experience during setup. Power light did not come on Check the power supply connections. Press the Power button on the operator panel. Alignment page did not print Make sure you completely removed the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of both print cartridges.
  • Page 24 Manager tab. If you are using Windows 2000 or Windows XP, click the Hardware tab, and then click the Device Manager button. Look for the Other Devices category. If there are any Lexmark devices found here, highlight them and press the Delete key.
  • Page 25: Printing Troubleshooting

    All-In-One is not communicating with the computer Disconnect and reconnect both ends of the USB cable (refer to your setup documentation for details). Unplug the All-In-One from the electrical wall outlet, and then reconnect the power supply (refer to your setup documentation for details).
  • Page 26: Print Is Too Dark Or Smudged

    5). For best print quality, select Better or Best. Align the print cartridges. If the print cartridges are out of alignment, vertical lines appear jagged. To align the print cartridges: Open the Lexmark Solution Center (see page 9). From the Maintenance tab, click Align to fix blurry edges.
  • Page 27: Scanning, Copying, And Faxing Troubleshooting

    All-In-One can sometimes cause the print cartridge nozzles to become clogged. To clean the cartridge nozzles: Open the Lexmark Solution Center (see page 9). From the Maintenance tab, click Clean to fix horizontal streaks. Scanning, copying, and faxing troubleshooting...
  • Page 28 Manager tab. If you are using Windows 2000 or Windows XP, click the Hardware tab, and then click the Device Manager button. Look for the Other Devices category. If there are any Lexmark devices found here, highlight them and press the Delete key.
  • Page 29: Uninstalling And Reinstalling The Software

    All-In-One, you may need to uninstall, and then reinstall the printer software. From your desktop, click Start Lexmark X74-X75 Uninstall. Note: If Uninstall is not an option on your menu, see “Software installation appears incomplete” on page 20.
  • Page 30: Appendix

    Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement The Lexmark X74-X75 All-In-One has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two...
  • Page 31 This feature will cut the energy used by up to 50 percent. Lexmark is proud to be a participant in this program. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Lexmark International, Inc.
  • Page 32 9 iron-on transfers 11 labels 11 Lexmark All-In-One Center 6 opening 6 using 6 Lexmark Solution Center Advanced tab 10 Contact Information tab 10 How To tab 9 Maintenance tab 10 opening 9 Status tab 9 Troubleshooting tab 9...
  • Page 33 Preview Area Preview Now button Print/Copy preview 7 Scan preview 7 Preview Now button 14 print cartridges viewing ink levels of 9 Print Layout tab 5 Print Properties 3 I want to... menu 4 opening 3 Options menu 5 Paper Setup tab 5 Print Layout tab 5 Quality/Copies tab 5 Save Settings menu 5...
  • Page 35 Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. © 2002 Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road Lexington, Kentucky 40550 www.lexmark.com...

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