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Lexmark Color Jetprinter Z600 Series User Manual

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Z600 Series Color Jetprinter™
User's Guide for Mac OS 9
• Setup troubleshooting
A checklist to find solutions to common setup problems.
• Printer overview
Learn about the printer parts and the printer software.
• Printing ideas
How to print several projects on various types of paper.
• Maintenance
Caring for your cartridges and ordering supplies.
• General troubleshooting
Error messages, print quality problems, paper jams, and
much more.
January 2003
www.lexmark.com

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  • Page 1 Z600 Series Color Jetprinter™ User’s Guide for Mac OS 9 • Setup troubleshooting A checklist to find solutions to common setup problems. • Printer overview Learn about the printer parts and the printer software. • Printing ideas How to print several projects on various types of paper.
  • Page 2 Lexington, Kentucky 40550, U.S.A. In the United Kingdom and Eire, send to Lexmark International Ltd., Marketing and Services Department, Westhorpe House, Westhorpe, Marlow Bucks SL7 3RQ. Lexmark may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you. You can purchase additional copies of publications related to this product by calling 1-800-553-9727.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Printing a poster ... 39 Printing on custom size paper ... 42 Chapter 3: Maintenance... 44 Replacing the print cartridges... 44 Specify cartridge settings in the printer software... 47 Aligning the print cartridges... 47 Improving print quality ... 48 Contents...
  • Page 4 Ordering supplies ... 50 Chapter 4: Setup troubleshooting ... 51 Troubleshooting checklist... 51 When I insert the printer software CD, nothing happens... 52 Solving printer software installation problems ... 52 Chapter 5: General troubleshooting... 55 Solving network printing problems, if the printer is connected to a network adapter...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Printer Overview

    Printer overview Understanding the printer parts Button Paper support Front cover Paper guide Paper exit tray Power supply connector USB cable connector Printer overview...

  • Page 6: Understanding The Printer Software

    USB cable connector Understanding the printer software Your printer integrates with the Page Setup dialog box and Print dialog box that come with Mac OS 9. The CD that comes with your printer also includes the Control Panel. To customize the settings for your document, refer to the “Page Setup dialog box” on page 7 and the “Print dialog box”...

  • Page 7: Page Setup Dialog Box

    Choose between portrait and landscape. Choose a watermark design. Adjust from light to heavy watermark imprint. Resize your watermark design. Select program-specific options for printing. The program name and the options available vary according to the program used. Understanding the printer software...

  • Page 8: Print Dialog Box

    Print all of the pages in a document or print a range of pages. Wait for Add more time between pages as they exit the printer. Select this option when pages to dry you want to keep documents from smearing.
  • Page 9 Both Sides • Choose a binding edge (side flip or top flip). Color ColorSync • Choose your printer’s profile from a list of saved color profiles and settings Color Matching • Set the document intent. Choose from Automatic, Photographic, or Built-In Choose the appropriate type of color for your document.

  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Control Panel Use the Control Panel to monitor your printer and printer supplies. You can: • Install/change cartridges • Align cartridges • Clean print nozzles • Select a printer Using the Control Panel From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels...
  • Page 11 “Clean the print cartridge nozzles.” on page 48. Verify if your printer is functioning properly. Order supplies, such as print cartridges, from the Lexmark Web site. For more information, see “Ordering supplies” on page 50. Access the Lexmark Web site for offers.

  • Page 12: Chapter 2: Printing Ideas

    • Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.

  • Page 13: Printing Photos

    Step 2: Customize the print settings If you are using A4 or letter size paper and you want to print with Normal print quality, you do not need to adjust the settings. If you are using specialty media, follow the steps for your paper type. Step 3: Print your document From the software program, choose File Click Print.
  • Page 14 • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left side of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings...

  • Page 15: Printing On Premium Paper

    Step 3: Print your photos Click Print. Note: To prevent smearing, remove each photo as it exits the printer, and then let it dry before stacking. You can also set extra time between pages as they exit the printer. For help, see the entry on “Wait for pages to dry” on page 8.
  • Page 16 • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings Choose a paper size and orientation: From the software program, choose File From the Paper Size pop-up menu, choose the paper size for your document.

  • Page 17: Printing On Both Sides Of The Paper

    • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.
  • Page 18 Step 2: Customize the print settings Choose a paper size and orientation: From the software program, choose File From the Paper Size pop-up menu, choose the paper size for your document. To set a custom paper size, see “Printing on custom size paper” on page 42. From Orientation, click the portrait or landscape icon.

  • Page 19: Printing Cards

    Step 3: Print your document Click Print. The odd-numbered pages print, and then your printer software prompts you to reload the paper. Remove the stack of paper from the paper exit tray. Load the stack of paper and reloading instruction page, with the printed side facing away from you and the arrows pointing down into the paper support.
  • Page 20 • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the cards into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the cards. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.

  • Page 21: Printing Envelopes

    Step 3: Print your cards Click Print. Note: You can remove each card as it exits the printer and let it dry before stacking, or you can set extra time between pages as they exit the printer. For help, see the entry on “Wait for pages to dry”...
  • Page 22 • Make sure the stamp location is in the upper left corner. • Do not force the envelopes into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the envelopes. Step 2: Customize the print settings...

  • Page 23: Printing Color Images In Black And White

    Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure your paper is not used or damaged. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the paper into the printer. Printing color images in black and white...

  • Page 24: Printing A Booklet

    • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings Choose a color setting. From the software program, choose File From the pop-up menu in the upper left corner, choose Color.
  • Page 25 • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.
  • Page 26 Step 3: Print your booklet Click Print. After the first half of your booklet prints, your printer software prompts you to reload the paper. Remove the stack from the paper exit tray. Load the stack of paper and the reloading instruction page with the printed side facing away from you and the arrows pointing down into the paper support.

  • Page 27: Printing Labels

    Step 4: Build your booklet After your document prints, stack and bind your booklet. To build your booklet: Remove the first bundle from the paper exit tray, fold it in half, and then set it aside. Remove the next bundle, fold it in half, and then stack it on top of the first bundle. Continue to stack the bundles on top of each other until your booklet is complete.
  • Page 28 • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the label sheets into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the sheet of labels. Step 2: Customize the print settings...

  • Page 29: Printing Handouts

    Load the paper vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure your paper is not used or damaged. • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the paper into the printer. Printing handouts...
  • Page 30 • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary. Step 2: Customize the print settings You can print your handouts on one side or on both sides of the paper. Choose a paper size and orientation: From the software program, choose File From the Paper Size pop-up menu, choose a paper size.
  • Page 31 If you formatted your handouts to print on both sides of each page, continue with the next step. After the first half of your handouts prints, your printer software prompts you to reload the paper. Load the paper and the reloading instruction page with the printed side facing away from you and the arrows pointing down into the paper support.

  • Page 32: Printing Iron-On Transfers

    Load the iron-on transfers vertically against the right side of the paper support. • Make sure your iron-on transfers are not used or damaged. • Make sure the print (blank) side is facing you. • Do not force the iron-on transfers into the printer. Printing iron-on transfers...
  • Page 33 Note: To prevent smudging, remove each iron-on transfer as it exits the printer, and then let it dry before stacking. You can also set extra time between pages as they exit the printer. For help, see the entry on “Wait for pages to dry” on page 8. Page Setup.

  • Page 34: Printing Transparencies

    • Make sure the rough (print) side of the transparencies is facing you. If the transparencies have a removable strip, make sure each strip is facing away and down toward the printer. • Do not force the transparencies into the printer.
  • Page 35 Step 3: Print your transparencies Click Print. Note: To prevent smudging, remove each transparency as it exits the printer, and then let it dry before stacking. You can also set extra time between pages as they exit the printer. For help, see the entry “Wait for pages to dry” on page 8. Transparencies may require up to 15 minutes to dry.

  • Page 36: Printing Your Document In Reverse Order

    • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.

  • Page 37: Printing A Banner

    Step 1: Load the banner paper Make sure your banner paper is not used or damaged. Remove any paper from the paper support. Tear off enough pages for the banner including one extra sheet, and then place them behind the printer. Print. Printing a banner...
  • Page 38 Load the unattached leading edge of the first page into the printer with the right side against the paper support. Note: Forcing the paper too far into the printer may cause a paper jam. For help, see “Printer has a paper jam” on page 61.

  • Page 39: Printing A Poster

    Click Print. When the banner is finished printing: Press and hold the button for about five seconds to feed any extra paper through the printer. Tear the banner paper on the perforated line. Printing a poster You can enlarge a single page image to print on multiple pages and create a poster. Poster sizes are 2x2 (four pages), 3x3 (nine pages), and 4x4 (16 pages).
  • Page 40 • Make sure your paper is not used or damaged. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Note: If you are using Letter size paper, adjusting the paper guide may not be necessary.
  • Page 41 Click OK. Choose a paper type and print quality: From the software program, choose File From the pop-up menu in the upper left corner, choose Paper Type/Quality. From the Paper Type pop-up menu, choose Plain. From Print Quality, select your preferred print quality. Normal is the default. Note: Higher print quality settings result in better quality documents, but may take longer to print.

  • Page 42: Printing On Custom Size Paper

    Height: 127 to 355.6 mm (5 to 14 in.) • Make sure the print side is facing you. • Do not force the paper into the printer. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the left edge of the paper. Printing on custom size paper...
  • Page 43 Step 2: Customize the print settings Create a custom paper size: From the software program, choose File From the Paper Size pop-up menu, choose Edit Custom Paper Sizes, and then click New. From the Units pop-up menu, choose in. (inches) or mm (millimeters), and then type the dimensions for your custom paper size.

  • Page 44: Chapter 3: Maintenance

    Item: Black cartridge Color cartridge Note: You can use the printer with just a color cartridge or just a black cartridge. For information about ordering supplies, see page 50. Remove the used cartridges Make sure the power light is on.
  • Page 45 Lift the cartridge carrier lids. Remove the used cartridges. Store them in an airtight container or dispose of them properly. Install the cartridges If you are installing new cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the backs and bottoms of the cartridges. Warning: Do not touch or remove the gold contact areas on the backs and bottoms of the cartridges.
  • Page 46 Insert the color cartridge in the left carrier. Insert the black cartridge in the right carrier. Note: To extend the life of your color cartridge and improve printing speed, install a black cartridge along with the color cartridge. Snap the lids closed. Close the front cover.

  • Page 47: Specify Cartridge Settings In The Printer Software

    Specify cartridge settings in the printer software Before you specify the print cartridge settings in the printer software, install the cartridges. For help, see “Install the cartridges” on page 45. From the Apple menu, choose Control Panels From the Cartridges tab, click Install/Change Cartridge.

  • Page 48: Improving Print Quality

    A nozzle page prints forcing ink through the nozzles to clean any that are clogged. Print your document again to verify that your print quality has improved. To further improve print quality, continue with step 3. Print. Z600 Series Control Panel. Improving print quality...

  • Page 49: Preserving The Print Cartridges

    The print cartridges do not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period. Lexmark’s printer warranty does not cover repair of failures or damage caused by a refilled cartridge. We do not recommend the use of refilled cartridges. Refilling cartridges can affect print quality and cause damage to the printer.

  • Page 50: Ordering Supplies

    Ordering supplies To order supplies or locate a dealer near you, contact the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Item: Color cartridge Black cartridge USB cable Part number: 26 or 27 16 or 17 12A2405 Ordering supplies...

  • Page 51: Chapter 4: Setup Troubleshooting

    Are both your printer and computer on? If you are using your printer on a network, make sure your computer is connected to the network, your Lexmark adapter is on, and all indicator lights are on. For more information, refer to the adapter documentation.

  • Page 52: When I Insert The Printer Software Cd, Nothing Happens

    Restart your computer. When your desktop appears, insert the printer software CD. The Lexmark Z600 Series CD icon is created on your desktop. Follow the instructions in “Installing the printer software” on page 53 to complete the printer software installation.

  • Page 53: Uninstalling The Printer Software

    There are two ways to uninstall the printer software. One way to uninstall it is as follows: From your desktop, double-click the Lexmark Z600 Series CD icon. If the CD icon is not on your desktop, insert the printer software CD to relaunch it.
  • Page 54 Check for special offers (United States and Canada only). Click Finished when you are done. The Z600 Series printer icon is automatically created on your desktop. You are now ready to start using your Lexmark Z600 Series printer. Using the World Wide Web Make sure Stuffit Expander is loaded on your system.

  • Page 55: Chapter 5: General Troubleshooting

    Solving network printing problems, if the printer is connected to a network adapter For help, first see “Solving printer software installation problems” on page 52. If one or more of the following conditions applies to your network printer, continue with “Entering an IP address” in the next section. •...

  • Page 56: Understanding Error Messages And Flashing Lights

    Try these solutions when you cannot print to your network printer: Make sure your printer is connected to a working network connection. If you are using a Lexmark adapter, make sure all of the indicator lights are on. For help locating these lights, refer to the adapter documentation.

  • Page 57: Resolving Unsuccessful Or Slow Printing

    The printer is on and the printer cable is securely attached at both ends. If your printer is connected to a network, make sure the Lexmark adapter is on and all indicator lights are on. For help, refer to the adapter documentation.

  • Page 58: Printing A Test Page

    You loaded the paper correctly and did not force the paper into the printer. • If you are connected to a network with a Lexmark adapter, the indicator lights are on. For more information, see the adapter documentation. Resolving unsuccessful or slow printing...

  • Page 59: Recovering When Your Computer Stops Responding

    Restart your computer. Delete the print job: From your desktop, double-click the Z600 Series printer icon. The Z600 Series dialog box appears, listing all pending or stalled print jobs. Choose Printing Plug the printer cable back into the computer. Another way to recover: Turn the printer and the computer off.

  • Page 60: Clearing Paper Misfeeds Or Jams

    Continue to hold the Shift key until you see the Mac OS screen and the words Extensions Off. Release the Shift key. Locate the Z600 Series printer icon on your desktop and double-click it. Drag your print jobs to the trash can. Restart the computer to enable extensions.

  • Page 61: Solving Print Quality Problems

    • Let the ink dry completely before handling the paper. You can also set extra time between pages as they exit the printer. For help, see the entry “Wait for pages to dry” on page 8. • Make sure the paper type and paper size settings in the printer software match the paper loaded in the printer.

  • Page 62: Vertical Straight Lines Are Not Smooth

    48. Print smears on the page • You can set extra time between pages as they exit the printer. For help, see the entry “Wait for pages to dry” on page 8. • The next page exiting the printer may be smearing the ink. Remove each page as it exits the printer, and then let it dry completely before stacking.

  • Page 63: Printed Characters Are Improperly Formed Or Misaligned

    • Cancel all print jobs and print your job again. To cancel all print jobs: From your desktop, double-click the Z600 Series printer icon. The Z600 Series dialog box appears, listing all pending or stalled print jobs. Choose Printing •...

  • Page 64: Solving Specialty Media Problems

    For help, see “Printing photos” on page 13 or “Printing transparencies” on page 34. • You can also set extra time between pages as they exit the printer. For help, see the entry “Wait for pages to dry” on page 8. •...
  • Page 65 • Select a higher print quality, such as Better or Best. • Try cleaning the print cartridge nozzles. Follow the steps in “Improving print quality” on page 48. Solving specialty media problems...

  • Page 66: Notices

    Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement The Lexmark Z600 Series Color Jetprinter, type 4126-001, 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 conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 67 Japanese VCCI notice...

  • Page 68: Glossary

    It delivers powerful control over color matching at every step of the workflow process. configured printer. A printer connected to a network that has been assigned an IP address and printer name. You must configure a network-capable printer to access it over a network.
  • Page 69 A printer software option that lets you reverse an image before printing. N-up. A printer software option that lets you print multiple pages of a document on a single sheet of paper. For example, select 4-up to print reduced images of pages 1 through 4 on the first sheet of paper, images of pages 5 through 8 on the second sheet, and so on.
  • Page 70 A feature that automatically detects some types of paper loaded in the paper tray. parallel cable. A 25-pin cable that connects a peripheral device, such as a printer, to a computer. parallel port. The 25-pin port on the back of your computer that connects to peripheral devices, such as a printer, using a parallel cable.
  • Page 71 A segment of a network that is connected to a larger network. A local area network is sometimes referred to as a local subnet. top flip. A printer software option that arranges duplexed pages so they turn like the pages of a legal pad.

  • Page 72: Index

    T-shirt transfers See iron-on transfers dark or smudged print 61 default settings 6 dialog boxes Page Setup 7 Print 8 downloaded printer driver, installing 54 duplex printing See printing on both sides of the paper electronic emission statement envelopes 21...
  • Page 73 T-shirt transfers See iron-on transfers margins, minimum settings 63 messages, error Ink Low 57 Paper Jam 56 network, setting up printer 55 n-up printing See handouts ordering supplies 50 page settings, changing 6 Page Setup dialog box 7 paper exit tray 6...
  • Page 74 55 paper feeding 60 paper jams 61 paper misfeeds 60 print quality 61 printer cable 51 printer not printing 57 printer software installation software 52 specialty paper 64 test page 58 unsuccessful or slow printing troubleshooting checklist 51...
  • Page 75 Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. Color Jetprinter is a trademark of Lexmark International, Inc. © 2003 Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road Lexington, Kentucky 40550...

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