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  • Page 1: Setup Guide

    COLOR LASER PRINTER Setup Guide...
  • Page 2 COLOR LASER PRINTER Setup Guide CLP-550 CLP-550N...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ONTENTS Unpacking ..........3 Step 1. Understanding Your Printer ....5 Step 2. Installing the Imaging Unit, Transfer Belt Step 3. and Toner Cartridges ......7 Loading Paper ........16 Step 4. Connecting a Printer Cable ....19 Step 5. Using a Parallel Cable .........19 Using a USB Cable ........20 For Networking Printing ......21...

  • Page 4: Step 1. Unpacking

    Unpacking Step 1. Remove the printer and all of the accessories from the packing carton. Make sure that the printer has been packed with the following items: Toner Cartridges Power Cord Transfer Belt Imaging Unit CD-ROM Setup Guide SyncThru CD-ROM SyncThru Quick Guide (CLP-550N only) (CLP-550N only)
  • Page 5 Carefully remove all of the packing tapes from the printer. Pull the paper tray out of the printer and remove the packing tapes from the tray. Select a location for the printer: •Leave enough room to open the printer trays, covers, and allow for proper ventilation.

  • Page 6: Step 2. Understanding Your Printer

    Understanding Your Printer Step 2. These are the main components of your printer: Top Cover Paper Output Tray (Open to install the imaging unit, and transfer belt.) Output Support Control Panel (refer to Chapter 5 in the User’s Guide which is on the CD- Top Cover ROM.)
  • Page 7 * This wireless network port is not supplied with the printer. It is an option that must be purchased and installed separately. ** The network port is fitted as standard on the CLP-550N. CLP-550 users can purchase and install separately an optional Network Card. For details, see the User's Guide of the printer in the CD-ROM.

  • Page 8: Step 3. Installing The Imaging Unit, Transfer Belt And Toner Cartridges

    Installing the Imaging Unit, Transfer Step 3. Belt and Toner Cartridges Using the handle, completely open the left cover until it is at right angles to the main frame. : If the left cover is not completely open, the top cover AUTION release button does not press.
  • Page 9 Take the imaging unit out of the package using the handle. Remove the paper covering the imaging unit by removing the tape under the handle of the imaging unit. AUTIONS • Do not use sharp objects, such as a knife or scissors, to open the imaging unit package and tape on the protective paper liner.
  • Page 10 Hold the handle on the imaging unit with the green roller facing you. Align the imaging unit with the slots in your printer so that the colors on both sides of the imaging unit slide into the corresponding colors of the slots. : Insert the imaging unit carefully so as not to scratch AUTION and damage the surface of the green roller.
  • Page 11 Take the transfer belt out of the package. Remove the paper covering the transfer belt by removing the tape. : Don’t use sharp objects, such as a knife or scissors, to AUTION open the transfer belt package. You could damage the surface of the transfer belt.
  • Page 12 Hold the handle on the transfer belt and align it with the slots in your printer. : Keep the transfer belt level, do not turn the transfer belt over otherwise looses toner may be spilled. Slide the transfer belt down into the printer. Press it firmly to make sure that it latches into place.
  • Page 13 Firmly push the lock levers on each side towards the top cover, as shown below, to lock the transfer belt into place. : If you open the left cover for a few minutes, the AUTION imaging unit can be exposed to light. This causes damage to the imaging unit.
  • Page 14 Take the toner cartridges out of their packages. : Do not use sharp objects, such as a knife or scissors, AUTION to open the toner cartridges packages. You could damage the surface of the toner cartridges. Holding both sides of the cartridges, gently roll them from side to side to distribute the toner.
  • Page 15 On the right hand side of the toner cartridge slot is a label that identifies which color cartridge to fit into each slot. Black Yellow Magenta Cyan Holding each toner cartridge, insert them into their corresponding positions shown in order of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and then Black.
  • Page 16 Close the left cover. Make sure that it is securely latched. If you have installed the toner cartridges wrongly, the left cover will not close properly. Check again to make sure the cartridge colors correspond to those marked on the right hand side.

  • Page 17: Step 4. Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Step 4. The tray (Tray 1) can hold a maximum of 250 sheets of plain paper. You can use A4 and letter-sized paper. To load paper: Pull the tray out of the printer. Push down on the metal plate until it locks into position. Flex the paper sheets back and forth to separate the pages and then fan them while holding one edge.
  • Page 18 Load paper with the print side facing up. Make sure that all four corners are flat in the tray and under the corner brackets as shown below. Do not exceed the maximum stack height. Overfilling the tray may cause a paper jam. ETUP UIDE...
  • Page 19 Pinch the paper guide as shown and move it toward the paper until it lightly touches the side of the stack. Do not press the guide too tightly against the edge of the paper; the guide may bend the paper. : If you want to change the paper size in the tray, refer to the User’s Guide of your printer supplied in the CD-ROM.

  • Page 20: Step 5. Connecting A Printer Cable

    Connecting a Printer Cable Step 5. You need to connect your printer to the computer with either a parallel interface cable or a Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable. If you are a Macintosh user, you can use only a USB cable. : The CLP-550N does not support printing from a Macintosh using a network connection.

  • Page 21: Using A Usb Cable

    Using a USB Cable : Connecting the printer to the USB port of the computer requires a certified USB cable. You will need to buy a USB 2.0 compliant cable that is within 3m in length. Make sure that both the printer and the computer are turned off.

  • Page 22: For Networking Printing

    For Networking Printing You can attach your CLP-550 or CLP-550N printer to a network using an Ethernet cable (UTP cable with RJ.45 connector). CLP-550N has a built-in network interface card. If you are a CLP-550 user, you need to install an optional network interface card.

  • Page 23: Step 6. Turning The Printer On

    Using a network antenna If you install the wired/wireless network card, you can use your printer in wireless environment. For details about installing the wired/wireless network card, see the User’s Guide of your printer in the CD-ROM. : After connecting the printer you need to configure the network parameters on the control panel.

  • Page 24: Step 7. Printing A Demo Page

    Printing a Demo Page Step 7. Print a demo page to make sure that the printer is operating correctly. In ready mode, press and hold the Upper Level button ) on the control panel for 2 seconds to print a demo page.

  • Page 25: Step 9. Installing The Printer Software

    Installing the Printer Software Step 9. The supplied CD-ROM contains Windows printing software, Macintosh printing software, Linux printing software, on-line User’s Guide and Acrobat Reader to view the User’s Guide. If you are printing from Windows: You can install the following printer software using the CD-ROM. •...
  • Page 26 If you can’t find the desired language from the screen, scroll through the screen using the scroll button on the bottom right of the screen. Click Install the Samsung Software on your PC. The installation window opens. Click Next. Follow the instructions on the window to complete the installation.

  • Page 27: Reinstalling Printer Software

    The Samsung CLP-550 Series Driver Maintenance window appears. Check Remove and then click Next. When you are asked to confirm your selection, click OK. The Samsung CLP-550 Series printer driver and all of its components are removed from your computer. When removing is completed, click Finish.

  • Page 28: Step 10. Viewing The User's Guide

    Viewing the User’s Guide Step 10. The Samsung CLP-550 Series User’s Guide, which is in the software CD-ROM, is in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. The manual will give you flexibility and convenience when you have to access information. You can view the manuals on-screen in different formats (viewing a single page, continuous single page or continuous facing page, zooming in up to 1600% or out up to 12.5%,...

  • Page 29: In Linux

    In Linux When the Administrator Login window appears, type in “root” in the login field and enter the system password. Insert the printer software CD-ROM. Click the icon at the bottom of the screen. When the terminal screen appears, type in: [root@local /root]# cd /mnt/cdrom (the CD-ROM directory) [root@local cdrom]# gv manual/EnGuide.pdf...
  • Page 30 Visit us at: www.samsungprinter.com Home Rev.0.01...
  • Page 31 COLOR LASER PRINTER User’s Guide...
  • Page 32 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 changes, direct or indirect, arising from or related to use of this manual. © 2003 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
  • Page 33 ONTENTS Introduction Chapter 1 : Special Features ............1.2 Printer Components ..........1.4 Front View ............1.4 Right View ............1.5 Rear View ............1.6 Using the Control Panel Chapter 2 : Understanding the Control Panel ......2.2 Display ............... 2.2 Buttons ...............
  • Page 34 Printing on Special Print Materials ......3.14 Printing on Envelopes .......... 3.14 Printing on Labels ..........3.16 Printing on Transparencies ........3.17 Printing on Preprinted Paper ........ 3.20 Printing on Card Stock or Custom-sized Materials ... 3.21 Printing Tasks Chapter 4 : Printer Driver Features ..........
  • Page 35 Maintaining Your Printer Chapter 6 : Printing a Configuration Page ........6.2 Replacing the Supplies ..........6.3 Managing the Toner Cartridges ......... 6.4 Toner Cartridge Storage ........6.4 Toner Cartridge Life Expectancy ......6.4 Checking the Remaining Toner ....... 6.4 Redistributing the Toner ........
  • Page 36 Using Your Printer with Appendix A : a Macintosh Installing Software for Macintosh ......A.2 System Requirements ........... A.2 Installing Software ..........A.3 Choosing Your Printer ........... A.5 Printing a Document ..........A.6 Using Advanced Printing Features ......A.8 Mac OS 8.6 ~ 9.x ..........A.8 Mac OS 10.x ............
  • Page 37 Specifications Appendix E : Printer Specifications ..........E.2 Paper Specifications ..........E.3 Overview ............. E.3 Supported Sizes of Paper ........E.4 Guidelines for Using Paper ........E.5 Paper Specifications ..........E.6 Paper Output Capacity .......... E.6 Paper Input Capacity ..........E.6 Printer and Paper Storage Environment ....

  • Page 38: 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 39: 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 40 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of the Industry and Science Canada. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques”, ICES-003 édictée par l’Industrie et Sciences Canada.
  • Page 41 Directive 1999/5/EC. The product has been designed to work with the national PSTNs and compatible PBXs of the European countries: In the event of problems, you should contact the Euro QA Lab of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. in the first instance.

  • Page 42: Overview

    Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in the European Union or associated areas if a CE mark with a Notified Body Registration Number and the Alert Symbol is on the system label. The power output of the wireless device or devices that may be embedded in you printer is well below the RF exposure limits as set by the European Commission through the R&TTE directive.
  • Page 43 extremities) is typical. This device should be used more than 20 cm (8 inches) from the body when wireless devices are on and transmitting. This transmitter must not be collocated or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Some circumstances require restrictions on wireless devices.
  • Page 45 MEMO...
  • Page 46 NTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your printer! This chapter includes: • Special Features • Printer Components...

  • Page 47: Introduction

    Special Features Your new printer is equipped with special features that improve the print quality. You can: Print in color with excellent quality and speed • You can print in a full range of colors using cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. •...

  • Page 48: In Windows 95/98/Me

    This tray reduces how often you have to add paper to the printer. • A Network interface enables network printing. You can add the optional network interface card to CLP-550. CLP-550N comes with a built-in network interface, 10/100 Base TX. You can also use an optional wireless network interface.

  • Page 49: Printer Components

    Printer Components Front View Top Cover Paper Output Tray (Open to install the imaging unit and transfer belt.) Output Support Control Panel (see page 2.2.) Top Cover Release Button Front Cover (Open to replace the waste toner bin.) Handle (Use it to lift the printer.) Tray 1 (250-sheet paper feeder)

  • Page 50: Right View

    Right View Right Cover (Open to remove paper jams.) Muti-purpose Tray (Open to load special print materials.) Handle (Use it to lift the printer.) Optional Tray 2 Jam Cover (Open to remove jams from Tray 2.) NTRODUCTION...

  • Page 51: Rear View

    * This wireless network port is not supplied with the printer. It is an option that must be purchased and installed separately. ** The network port is fitted as standard on the CLP-550N. CLP-550 users can purchase and install separately an optional Network Card. For details, see page D.7.

  • Page 52: Using The Control Panel

    SING THE ONTROL ANEL This chapter describes how to use the printer’s control panel. This chapter includes: • Understanding the Control Panel • Using Control Panel Menus...

  • Page 53: Understanding The Control Panel

    Understanding the Control Panel The control panel on the top right side of your printer has a display and seven buttons. Buttons Status Map Display: displays the printer status and job in progress. Display Message Description • The printer is on-line and ready to print. •...

  • Page 54: Buttons

    Buttons Button Description When an error occurs, a lamp turns on at the corresponding location on the Status map. An error message appears on the display so that you can locate the error. For details on the meaning of the (status error messages, see page 7.26.
  • Page 55 Button Description In menu mode, press to select the displayed submenu item or confirm the changed setting. The selected item is marked with an *. In menu mode, press to scroll through submenu items or setting options. Pressing ‹ moves you to the next option and pressing ¦...

  • Page 56: Using Control Panel Menus

    Using Control Panel Menus A number of menus are available to make it easy for you to change the printer settings. The diagram on page 2.6 shows the menus and all of the items available in each menu. The items in each menu and the options you can select are described in more detail in the tables beginning on page 2.6.

  • Page 57: Overview Of Control Panel Menus

    Altitude Adj. Auto Continue Maintenance NETWORK* * This menu only appears when a Network Card is fitted (CLP-550N or (See page 2.12.) CLP-550 with optional Network Netware Config Network card). Config Netware Config TCP IP Get Method IPX Frame Type...

  • Page 58: Layout Menu

    Item Explanation The demo page allows you to check to see Demo Page if your printer is printing properly. Layout Menu Use the Layout menu to define all settings relating to output. (*: the default setting) Item Explanation Options: Off*, Long Edge, Short Edge To print on both sides of paper, choose the edge as follows.

  • Page 59: Printer Menu

    Item Explanation In this menu, you can set the margins for double-sided printing. You can increase or decrease the value in 0.1mm increments. • Top Margin: Set the top margin, from 0.0mm to 9.9mm. • Left Margin: Set the left margin, from 0.0mm to 9.9mm.

  • Page 60: Color Menu

    Color Menu This menu allows you to adjust the color setting. Item Explanation Options: Off, Auto*, Run Now This menu item allows you to calibrate the printer for the best possible color printer quality. Calibration • Off: The printer is calibrated by the default setting.
  • Page 61 Item Explanation Options: 5 Minutes, 10 Minutes, 15 Minutes, 30 Minutes*, 45 Minutes, 60 Minutes, 120 Minutes When the printer does not receive data for Power Save an extended period of time, power consumption is automatically lowered. Set how long the printer waits before going to power save.
  • Page 62 Item Explanation This item allows you to maintain the toner cartridge and other consumables. • Check Toner: allows you to check how much toner is left in the each cartridge. See page 6.4. • Check Others Imaging Unit : allows you to check the total number of images printed.

  • Page 63: Network Menu

    You can upgrade the firmware of the network interface card, and print the configuration. : This menu only appears when a Network Card is fitted (CLP-550N or CLP-550 with optional Network card). (*: the default setting) Item Explanation...
  • Page 64 Item Explanation You can select this item only when you IP Get Method to Static . This item lets you enter the IP address manually. Press the scroll button to set the value of IP Address the 1st byte between 1 and 255, and then press the Enter button.
  • Page 65 Item Explanation Options: On*, Off You can select whether or not you want to use the Netware protocol. Netware If you select On , you can access the Config Netware menu item. Config Netware menu, you can In the specify the frame type parameter used on your network.

  • Page 66: Using Print Materials

    SING RINT ATERIALS This chapter will help you understand the types of paper you can use with your printer and how to properly load paper in the different paper trays for the best print quality. This chapter includes: • Choosing Paper and Other Materials •...

  • Page 67: 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 “Printing on Special Print Materials” on page 3.14. To get the best possible print quality, use only high-quality copier-grade paper. When you choose print materials, consider the following: •...

  • Page 68: Guidelines For Paper And Special Materials

    Guidelines for Paper and Special Materials When selecting or loading paper, envelopes, or other special materials, keep these guidelines in mind: • Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can cause paper jams and poor print quality. •...

  • Page 69: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Proper paper loading helps prevent paper jams and ensure trouble-free printing. Do not remove the paper tray while a job is printing. Doing so may cause a paper jam. See “Sizes and Capacities” on page 3.2 for acceptable paper capacities for each tray.
  • Page 70 Flex the paper sheets back and forth to separate the pages, and then fan them while holding one edge. Tap the edge of the stack on a flat surface to even it up. Load paper with the print side facing up. Make sure that all four corners are flat in the tray and under the corner brackets as shown below.
  • Page 71 Do not exceed the maximum stack height. Overfilling the tray may cause a paper jam. While pinching the paper guide as shown, move it toward the paper until it lightly touches the side of the stack. Do not press the guide too tightly against the edge of the paper;...

  • Page 72: Changing The Paper Size In The Tray

    Changing the Paper Size in the Tray The tray is preset to Letter or A4 size, depending on your country. To change the size to A4 or Letter, you must adjust the paper length guide properly. Lift the paper length guide and place it in the correct position for the paper size you are loading.

  • Page 73: Using The Optional Tray 2

    Load paper with the print side facing up. For more information see steps 4 and 5 on page 3.5~3.6. While pinching the paper guide as shown, move it toward the paper until it lightly touches the side of the stack. Do not push the guide to tightly against the edge of the paper as it may cause the paper to bend.

  • Page 74: Using The Multi-Purpose Tray

    Using the Multi-purpose Tray The Multi-purpose Tray is located on the right side of your printer. It can be closed when you are not using it, making the printer more compact. Multi-purpose Tray The Multi-purpose Tray can hold several sizes and types of material, such as transparencies, cards and envelopes.
  • Page 75 If you are using paper, flex or fan the edge of the paper stack to separate the pages before loading. For transparencies, hold them by the edges and avoid touching the print side. Oils from your fingers can cause print quality problems. Load the print material with the print side facing down and against the right edge of the tray.
  • Page 76 If you want to print on previously printed paper from the Multi-purpose Tray, the printed side should be facing up with the uncurled edge towards the printer. If you experience problems with the paper feeding, turn the paper around. : Make sure that you have not loaded too much print material.

  • Page 77: Using The Manual Feed

    Using the Manual Feed If you select Manual in the Source option when changing print settings, you can manually load a sheet of print material in Multi-purpose Tray. Manually loading paper can be helpful when you want to check the print quality after each page is printed. This loading procedure is almost the same as the procedure for loading in the Multi-purpose Tray, except you load paper sheet-by-sheet in the Tray, send print data to print the first...
  • Page 78 When you print a document, you must select Manual for Source in the software application, and then select the correct paper size and type. For details, see page 4.7. Print the document. The display shows a message prompting you to load paper. Press the On Line/Continue button ( The printer picks up the print material and prints.

  • Page 79: Printing On Special Print Materials

    Printing on Special Print Materials Printing on Envelopes • Load envelopes into the Multi-purpose Tray only. • Only use envelopes recommended for laser printers. Before loading envelopes in the Multi-purpose Tray, make sure that they are undamaged and are not stuck together. •...
  • Page 80 Pinch the paper width guide and slide it to the right to touch lightly against the edge of the stack without bending it. When you print, configure the paper source to MP Tray, the paper type to Envelope and the paper size in the software application.

  • Page 81: Printing On Labels

    Printing on Labels • Only use labels recommended for laser printers. • Verify that the labels’ adhesive material can tolerate a fusing temperature of 180°C (356°F) for 0.1 seconds. • Make sure that there is no exposed adhesive material between the labels. Exposed areas can cause labels to peel off during printing, which can cause paper jams.

  • Page 82: Printing On Transparencies

    When you print, configure the paper source to MP Tray, the paper type to Labels and the size in the software application. For details, see page 4.7. Printing on Transparencies • When you print a color document do not use transparencies with an attached backing sheet.
  • Page 83 To print on transparencies: Open Multi-purpose Tray and unfold the paper support. Only load transparencies into the Multi-purpose Tray. They must be loaded with the print side downwards and the top with the white leading edge entering the printer first. Adjust the guide to fit the width of the transparencies. 3.18 SING RINT...
  • Page 84 When you print, configure the paper source to MP Tray, the paper type to Transparency, and the paper size in the software application. For details, see page 4.7. OTES • To prevent transparencies from sticking together, do not let the printed sheets stack up as they are printed out.

  • Page 85: Printing On Preprinted Paper

    Printing on Preprinted Paper • Preprinted paper is paper that has some type of printing placed on it before it is sent through the printer (paper that has a preprinted logo at the top of the page, for example). • Letterhead must be printed with heat-resistant ink that will not melt, vaporize, or release hazardous emissions when subjected to the printer’s fusing temperature of 180°C (356°F) for 0.1 seconds.

  • Page 86: Printing On Card Stock Or Custom-Sized Materials

    When you print, configure the paper source to MP Tray, the paper type to Preprinted, and the paper size in the software application. For details, see page 4.7. Printing on Card Stock or Custom-sized Materials • Postcards, 3.5in. by 5.5in. (index) cards and other custom- sized materials can be printed with your printer.
  • Page 87 To print on card stock: Open the Multi-purpose Tray and unfold the paper support. Load print material only in the Multi-purpose Tray with the print side down and the short edge first. Slide the guide until it lightly touches the stack without bending it. 3.22 SING RINT...
  • Page 88 When you print, configure the paper source to MP Tray, the paper type and size in the software application. For details, see page 4.7. If the size of your print material is not listed in the Size box in the Paper tab, click the Custom button and set the size manually.
  • Page 89 MEMO 3.24 SING RINT ATERIALS...

  • Page 90: Printing Tasks

    RINTING ASKS This chapter explains the printing options and common printing tasks. This chapter includes: • Printer Driver Features • Printing a Document • Printer Settings...

  • Page 91: 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. Feature Win9x/Me Win2000/XP...

  • Page 92: Printing A Document

    Printing a Document The following procedure describes the general steps required for printing from various Windows applications. The exact steps for printing a document may vary depending on the application program you are using. Refer to the User’s Guide of your software application for the exact printing procedure.

  • Page 93: Canceling A Print Job

    Printer group in Windows, delete the job as follows: From the Windows Start menu, select Settings. Select Printers to open the Printers window, and double-click the Samsung CLP-550 Series icon. From the Document menu, select Cancel Printing (Windows 9x/Me) or Cancel (Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP).

  • Page 94: Printer Settings

    Printer Settings You can use the Samsung CLP-550 Series Properties window, which allows you to access all of the information you need when using your printer. When the printer properties are displayed, you can review and change whatever settings are needed for your print job.

  • Page 95: Layout Tab

    Layout tab The Layout tab provides options for you to adjust how the document appears on the printed page. The Layout Options includes Multiple Pages per Side, Booklet Printing, and Poster. You can also use Duplex(Double-sided Duplex) in this tab. See page 4.3 for more information on accessing your software application.

  • Page 96: Paper Tab

    Paper tab You can use the following options for the basic paper handling. See page 4.3 for more information about accessing your software application. Click the Paper tab to display the Paper properties. Property Description Copies allows you to choose the number of Copies copies to be printed.
  • Page 97 Property Description Make sure that Source is set to the Source corresponding paper tray. Use the Manual source when printing to special material. You have to load one sheet at a time into the Multi-purpose Tray. See page 3.9. If the paper source is set to Auto Select, the printer automatically picks up print material in the following order: Multi-purpose Tray, Tray1, Optional Tray2.

  • Page 98: Graphics Tab

    Graphics tab Use the following graphic options to adjust the print quality for your specific printing needs. See page 4.3 for more information about accessing your software application. Click the Graphics tab to display the Graphics properties. Property Description You can select the printing resolution by Resolution choosing from 1200 dpi (Best), 600 dpi (Normal).
  • Page 99 Property Description If you click Adjust Color, you can change Color Mode the appearance of the document’s images. (Continued) The preview image shows the sample page with the settings you specified. • Color Basics: You can adjust the appearance of the images by changing the settings in the Levels option.
  • Page 100 Property Description Advanced • Print as Graphics: When this option Options is selected, the driver will download any (Continued) fonts as graphics. When printing documents with high graphic content and relatively few TrueType fonts, printing performance (speed) may be enhanced in this setting. •...

  • Page 101: Extras Tab

    Extras tab See page 4.3 for more information about accessing your software application. Click the Extras tab to access the following features: Option Description You can create a background image of text Watermark to print on each page of your document. See “Using Watermarks”...

  • Page 102: About Tab

    Option Description Reprint When Jammed: When this Output option is checked, the printer keeps the Options image for a printed page until the printer (Continued) signals that the page has successfully exited the printer. When a paper jam occurs, the printer reprints the last page after you clear the jam.

  • Page 103: Using Help

    Click Save. When you save Favorites, all current driver settings are saved. To use a saved setting, select the item from the Favorites drop down list. The printer is now set to print according to the Favorites setting you selected. To delete a Favorites item, select it from the list and click Delete.

  • Page 104: Advanced Printing

    DVANCED RINTING This chapter explains the printing options and advanced printing tasks. This chapter includes: • Printing on Both Sides of the Paper • Scaling Your Document • Fitting Your Document to a Selected Paper Size • Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of the Paper •...

  • Page 105: Printing On Both Sides Of The Paper

    Printing on Both Sides of the Paper You can print on both sides of the paper automatically. Before printing, decide how you want your documents oriented. The options are: • Long Edge, which is the conventional layout used in book binding, or portrait.
  • Page 106 From the software application When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer’s Properties. See page 4.3. From the Layout tab, select the paper orientation. From the Duplex(Double-Sided Duplex) section, select either Printer Setting, None, Short Edge, or Long Edge. Click the Paper tab and select the paper source, size and type.

  • Page 107: Scaling Your Document

    Scaling Your Document You can scale your print job on a page. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer Properties. See page 4.3. From the Paper tab, select Scale Printing from the Type drop-down list. Enter the scaling rate in the Percentage input box.

  • Page 108: Fitting Your Document To A Selected Paper Size

    Fitting Your Document to a Selected Paper Size This printer feature allows you to scale your print job to any paper size regardless of the digital document size. This can be useful when you want to check the fine details on a small document.

  • Page 109: Printing Multiple Pages On One Sheet Of The Paper

    Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of the Paper 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 are smaller and arranged in the order you specify on the sheet. You can print up to 16 pages on one sheet.

  • Page 110: Printing Posters

    Check Print Page Border to print a border around each page on the sheet. Print Page Border is enabled only if the number of pages per side is 2, 4, 9, or 16. Click the Paper tab and select the paper source, size and type.
  • Page 111 Configure the poster option: You can select the page layout from 2x2, 3x3 or 4x4. If you select 2x2, the image is automatically stretched to cover 4 physical pages. Specify an overlap in millimeters or inches to make it easier to pasting the sheets together.

  • Page 112: Printing Booklets

    Printing Booklets The Booklet printing feature allows you to print your document on both sides of the paper and arranges the pages so that the paper can be folded in half after printing to produce a booklet. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer Properties.

  • Page 113: Using Watermarks

    Using Watermarks The Watermark option allows you to print text over an existing document. For example, you may want to have large gray letters reading “DRAFT” or “CONFIDENTIAL” printed diagonally across the first page or all of the pages of a document. There are several predefined watermarks that come with your printer, and they can be modified or you can add new ones to the list.

  • Page 114: Creating A Watermark

    Creating a Watermark When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer Properties. See page 4.3. Click the Extras tab, and click the Edit Watermarks button in the Watermark section. The Watermarks window appears. Enter a text message in the Watermark Message box. You can enter up to 40 characters and it displays in the preview window.

  • Page 115: Editing A Watermark

    Editing a Watermark When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer Properties. See page 4.3. Click the Extras tab, and click the Edit Watermarks button in the Watermark section. The Watermarks window appears. Select the watermark you want to edit from the Current Watermarks list to change the watermark message and the options.

  • Page 116: Using Overlays

    Using Overlays What is an Overlay? An overlay is text and/or images stored on the computer hard disk drive (HDD) as a special file format that can be printed on Dear ABC any document. Overlays are often used to take the place of preprinted forms and letterhead paper.
  • Page 117 In the Overlays window, click Create Overlay. In the Create Overlay window, type a name of up to eight characters in the File name box. Select the destination path, if necessary. (The default is C:\Formover). Click Save. The name appears on the Overlay List box. Click OK or Yes to finish creating.

  • Page 118: Using A Page Overlay

    Using a Page 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. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer Properties.

  • Page 119: 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 empty and an overlay has been selected, the overlay automatically prints with your document.
  • Page 120 AINTAINING RINTER This chapter provides information for maintaining your printer and suggestions for high-quality and economical printing. This chapter includes: • Printing a Configuration Page • Replacing the Supplies • Managing the Toner Cartridges • Replacing the Toner Cartridges • Replacing the Waste Toner Container •...

  • Page 121: Printing A Configuration Page

    Printing a Configuration Page You can print a configuration page from the printer’s control panel. Use the configuration page to view the current settings, to help troubleshoot problems, or to verify the installation of optional accessories, such as memory or an optional tray. To print the configuration page: In ready mode press the Menu button ( ) on the control...

  • Page 122: Replacing The Supplies

    Replacing the Supplies From time to time, you need to replace the following items to maintain top performance and to avoid print quality problems. Refer to the table below: Pages Item(s) Printer message Printed page Black toner Replace Black 6.8. 7,000 pages cartridge Toner...

  • Page 123: Managing The Toner Cartridges

    Managing the Toner Cartridges Toner Cartridge Storage To get the maximum results from the toner cartridge, keep the following guidelines in mind: • Do not remove the toner cartridges from their packages until you are ready to use them. • Do not refill the toner cartridges. The printer warranty does not cover damage caused by using a refilled cartridge.

  • Page 124: Redistributing The Toner

    Press the scroll button ( ) until the color of the toner cartridge you want to check displays on the bottom line. Press the Enter button ( The display shows the percentage of the remaining toner. Redistributing the Toner When a toner cartridge is nearly empty, faded or light areas may appear.
  • Page 125 Pull the handle lightly first, and then holding the used toner cartridge, remove it. : If you open the left cover for a few minutes, the AUTION imaging unit can be exposed to light. This causes damage to the imaging unit. Holding both sides of the toner cartridge, gently roll it from side to side to redistribute the toner.
  • Page 126 Slide the toner cartridge back into the printer. Close the left cover. Make sure that the cover is securely latched. If you are installed the toner cartridges wrong, the left cover will not close properly. Check again to make sure the colors correspond.

  • Page 127: Replacing The Toner Cartridges

    Replacing the Toner Cartridges The printer uses four colors and has a different toner cartridge for each one: cyan (C), magenta (M), yellow (Y), and black (K). Replace a toner cartridge when the printer control panel displays ‘Replace [Color] Toner’. The control panel display tells you which color needs to be replaced.
  • Page 128 Take a new toner cartridge out of the package. : Don’t use sharp objects, such as a knife or scissors, to AUTION open the toner cartridge package. You could damage the surface of the toner cartridge. Holding both sides of the toner cartridge, gently roll it from side to side to distribute the toner.
  • Page 129 Make sure that the color of the toner cartridge matches the color slot and then slide the new toner cartridge into the printer. Using both hands, grip the cartridge to insert into the slot. Then hold the handle to slide the cartridge in. •When the toner cartridges are correctly installed the yellow and black cartridges are not fully inserted.

  • Page 130: Replacing The Waste Toner Container

    Replacing the Waste Toner Container Replace the waste toner container when the control panel displays ‘Waste Toner Tank Full/Not Install’. Unlatch the front cover, by quickly pressing and releasing it using the depressions at the top. Push the lock lever up and pull the waste toner container out.

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