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Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the user documentation, to a professional service person. This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific Lexmark components. The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Lexmark is not responsible for the use of other replacement parts.
Understanding the parts of the printer...12 Using the control panel buttons...14 Learning about the software...15 Using the printer software...15 Using the Lexmark Imaging Studio...15 Using the Solution Center...17 Using Print Properties...18 Opening Print Properties ... 18 Using the Save Settings menu ... 18 Using the I Want To menu ...
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Printing transparencies...29 Printing envelopes...29 Printing iron-on transfers...30 Printing cards...30 Printing multiple pages on one sheet...31 Working with photos...32 Retrieving and managing photos...32 Transferring all photos from a media device using the computer ... 32 Transferring selected photos from a media device using the computer ... 32 Printing photos using the computer...33 Printing photos from the Photo Library ...
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Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts ... 54 Preserving the print cartridges...55 Cleaning the scanner glass...55 Ordering print cartridges...55 Ordering paper and other supplies...56 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...56 Refilling a print cartridge...57 Recycling Lexmark products...57 Troubleshooting...58 Setup troubleshooting...58 Power button is not lit ...
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Copy troubleshooting...63 Copier does not respond ... 63 Scanner unit does not close... 63 Poor copy quality... 64 Partial document or photo copies... 64 Scan troubleshooting...64 Scanner does not respond ... 65 Scan was not successful ... 65 Scanning takes too long or freezes the computer... 65 Poor scanned image quality ...
Solutions booklet, see the User's Guide instead. Where to find You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. booklet Where to find You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
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Click Yes. An icon of the User's Guide appears on your desktop, and the User's Guide appears on the screen. You can also find this document on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Where to find While in any Lexmark software program, click Help,...
Finding information about the printer Where to find (rest of world) Telephone numbers and support hours vary by country or region. Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. Select a country or region, and then select the Customer Support link. Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty that shipped with your printer.
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Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of the printer), and have it ready when you contact us so that we may serve you faster: • Machine Type number • Serial number • Date purchased •...
Setting up the printer Checking the box contents Name Black print cartridge Color print cartridge Power cord Installation software CD Setup sheet Getting Started or Setup Solutions Printed booklet that serves as a guide (available in certain geographies Note: A USB cable may or may not be included. Description Cartridges to be installed into the printer.
Learning about the printer Understanding the parts of the printer Use the Paper support Load paper. Control panel Operate the printer. For more information, see “Using the control panel buttons” on page 14. Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits. Top cover Access the scanner glass.
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Use the Scanner unit Access the print cartridges. Scanner support Hold up the scanner unit. Print cartridge carrier Install, replace, or remove a print cartridge. Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power source. USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable. Learning about the printer...
Using the control panel buttons Press Load or eject paper. • Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in progress. • Clear error messages. Scan a document or photo(s) to the computer. Start a 4 x 6 color photo copy. Start a color copy of a document or photo.
The Solution Center Print Properties The Toolbar Using the Lexmark Imaging Studio To open the Lexmark Imaging Studio Welcome screen, use one of these methods: Method 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. Click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon for the task you want to complete.
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Click View/Print Photo Library Transfer Photos Photo Greeting Cards Photo Packages Slideshow Poster From the bottom left corner of the Welcome screen, Click Setup and diagnose printer • Check ink levels. • Order print cartridges. • Find maintenance information. • Select other Solution Center tabs for more information, including how to change printer settings and troubleshooting.
The Solution Center provides help, as well as information about the printer status and ink level. To open the Solution Center, use one of these methods: Method 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. Click Setup and diagnose printer.
From here 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.
Choose to print on both sides of the paper, and select a duplexing preference. Select Page Setup options. Select Options to customize the toolbar appearance or select a different setting for printing photos. Access links to the Lexmark Web site. Access Help for additional information. Uninstall the Toolbar. Learning about the software...
Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista users: Click Start Settings Printers or Printers and Faxes. Right-click the Lexmark 2500 Series icon. Click Printing Preferences. Click the Save Settings menu. From the Restore section, select Factory Settings (Defaults). Note: Factory default settings cannot be deleted.
Loading paper and original documents Loading paper Make sure: • You use paper designed for inkjet printers. • If you are using photo, glossy, or heavyweight matte paper, you load it with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) •...
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Load up to 10 envelopes 25 sheets of labels 25 transparencies Make sure • The print side of the envelopes faces you. • The stamp location is in the upper left corner. • The envelopes are designed for use with inkjet printers. •...
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Load up to 10 iron-on transfers 25 greeting cards 25 index cards 25 photo cards 25 postcards 100 sheets of custom-size paper Loading paper and original documents Make sure • You follow the loading instructions that came with the iron-on transfers.
Load up to 20 sheets of banner paper Loading original documents on the scanner glass You can scan and then print photos, text documents, magazine articles, newspapers, and other publications. You can scan a document for faxing. Note: The maximum scan area for the scanner glass is 216 x 297 mm (8.5 x 11.7 in.). Open the top cover.
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Place the original document or item facedown on the scanner glass in the lower right corner. Note: Photos should be loaded as shown. Close the top cover to avoid dark edges on the scanned image. Loading paper and original documents...
Load paper. Open a Web page using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or later. If you want to check or change your print settings: From the toolbar area, click Lexmark Adjust the print settings. Click OK. Note: For additional print setting options, see “Using Print Properties” on page 18.
Open a Web page with Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or later. On the Toolbar, the number of photos valid for printing appears next to Photos. If no number appears next to Photos: From the Lexmark logo drop-down menu, select Options. Select the Advanced tab. Select a lower minimum photo size.
Click Photos. The Fast Pics dialog appears. If you want to print all the photos or images using the same settings, select the size you want, the blank paper size in the printer, and the number of copies. If you want to print one photo or image at a time: Click the photos or images you do not want to print to deselect them.
Click OK. Click OK or Print. Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) When you select Two-Sided Printing (duplexing), the printer prints on both sides of a sheet of paper. First, the printer prints the odd-numbered pages of the document on the front sides of the paper. You then reload the document, and the printer prints the even-numbered pages on the back sides of the paper.
Select Portrait or Landscape orientation. Notes: • Most envelopes use landscape orientation. • Make sure the same orientation is also selected in the software application. Click OK. Click OK. Click OK or Print. Printing iron-on transfers Load iron-on transfers. With your image open, click File Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.
Printing multiple pages on one sheet Load paper. With a document open, click File Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. From the Print Layout tab, select N-up. Select the number of pages to print on each page. If you want each page image to be surrounded by a border, select Print Page Borders. Click OK.
Working with photos • For best results, use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper. • To prevent smudging, avoid touching the surface of a printed photo. For best results, remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray, and allow the prints to dry 24 hours before stacking, displaying, or storing.
Insert your CD or any photo storage device into the computer. If you are using Windows XP or Windows Vista, a “What do you want Windows to do?” screen appears. Click Transfer Photos to your computer using the Lexmark Imaging Studio. Click Select photos to print.
If you are using Windows XP or Windows Vista, a “What do you want Windows to do?” screen appears. Click Transfer Photos to your computer using the Lexmark Imaging Studio. Click Select photos to print. Click Deselect All. Click to select the photo(s) you want to print.
Click Create E-mail to create an e-mail message with your photo greeting card(s) attached. Creating and viewing a slideshow From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. Click Slideshow. Click and drag the photos you want to include in the slideshow to the “Photos in Your Slideshow” area.
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From the Poster Size drop-down list, select the poster size. If you want to rotate the poster so that it fits better on the printed pages, click Rotate 90 degrees. Click Print Now in the bottom right corner of the screen. Working with photos...
Copying Copying using the control panel Making a copy Load paper. Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. Press to start a color copy or Copying 4 x 6 photos Load a 4 x 6 (10 x 15 cm) photo card with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) Place a photo facedown on the scanner glass in the lower right corner.
Note: Make sure the printer is connected to a computer, and both the printer and computer are on. Copying a document using the computer Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. From the left pane of the Welcome screen, click Copy. Select the Document option.
Copying a photo using the computer Place the photo facedown on the scanner glass. From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. From the left pane of the Welcome screen, click Copy. Select Photo. Click Start. The photo appears in the right pane.
Scanning Note: Make sure the printer is connected to a computer, and both the printer and computer are on. Scanning using the control panel Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. Press to begin scanning. The Save Photo dialog appears on your computer screen. If you want to save the scan, click Browse, then select where to save the scanned image.
Scanning using the computer Scanning a document using the computer Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. Click Scan. Select the Document option. Click Start. The scanned document is loaded into your default word-processing application. You can edit your scanned document.
Scanning multiple photos at one time using the computer From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. Place the photos facedown on the scanner glass. Note: For best results, place photos with the most space possible between photos and the edges of the scan area.
Scanning documents or images for e-mailing You can e-mail attached images using your default e-mail application. Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. Click E-mail. Select the Photo, Several Photos, or Document option.
Saving a scanned image on the computer Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. Close the top cover. From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. Click Scan. Select the Photo, Several Photos, or Document option. Click Start.
Customizing scan settings using the computer From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. Click Scan. Click Custom Settings. Change the settings as needed. Setting Color Depth Scan Resolution (Dots Per Inch) Size Select area to be scanned Convert the image to text with OCR Select this to convert your image to text.
You can scan a document to the computer and then fax it to someone using the software. Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. From the left pane of the Welcome screen, click Fax.
Receiving a fax using the software From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. From the left pane of the Welcome screen, click Fax. The Fax Solution Software appears. Click Tools Preferences and Settings. Click the Receiving Faxes tab.
Choose a date range. Click Print. Blocking junk faxes From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. From the left pane of the Welcome screen, click Fax. The Fax Solution Software appears. Click Tools Preferences and Settings. Click the Receiving Faxes tab.
Click OK after you finish customizing the settings. Close the Fax Solution Software. Setting the number of rings before receiving a fax automatically From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. From the left pane of the Welcome screen, click Fax. The Fax Solution Software appears.
Maintaining the printer Changing print cartridges Removing a used print cartridge Make sure the printer is on. Lift the scanner unit. The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the printer is busy. Press down on the cartridge carrier lever to raise the cartridge carrier lid. Remove the used print cartridge.
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Press down on the cartridge carrier levers to raise the cartridge carrier lids. Insert the black cartridge or the photo cartridge in the left carrier. Insert the color cartridge in the right carrier. Close the lids. Lift the scanner unit, gently push the scanner support towards the cartridge carriers, and carefully lower the scanner unit until it is completely closed.
• Use the appropriate paper for the document. If you are printing photos or other high quality images, for best results use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper. • Use a paper that is a heavier weight or bright white.
Click Print. The alignment page prints. Open the top cover of the printer. Place the printed alignment page facedown on the scanner glass in the lower right corner, and then close the top cover. Press After a few seconds, an Alignment Success dialog appears on your computer screen. Click Close.
Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts Remove the print cartridges. Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water. Gently hold the cloth against the nozzles for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown. Using another clean section of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown.
Gently wipe the scanner glass clean. Note: Make sure all ink or corrective fluid on a document is dry before placing the document on the scanner glass. Ordering print cartridges Lexmark 2500 series models (except 2580) Item Black cartridge Black cartridge...
Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges Lexmark printers, print cartridges, and photo paper are designed to perform together for superior print quality. If you receive an Out of Original Lexmark Ink message, the original Lexmark ink in the indicated cartridge (s) has been depleted.
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.
“Removing and reinstalling the software” on page 72. If the software still does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to check for the latest software. Page does not print Check the control panel If one of the lights is blinking, see “Blinking lights on the control panel” on page 70.
Uninstall the printer software, and then reinstall it. For more information, see installed correctly “Removing and reinstalling the software” on page 72. If the software still does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to check for the latest software. Print troubleshooting • “Improving print quality” on page 61 •...
Check paper • Use the appropriate paper for the document. If you are printing photos or other high-quality images, for best results use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper. • Use a paper that is a heavier weight or bright white.
Each paper brand accepts ink differently and prints with color variations. If you are printing paper photos or other high-quality images, for best results use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper. Check paper condition Use only new, unwrinkled paper.
Select a lower print From the software application, click File quality Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. Click Quality/Copies. From the Quality/Speed area, select a lower print quality. Software may not be For more information, see “Software may not be installed correctly” on page 59. installed correctly Partial document or photo prints Check document...
Poor copy quality • Blank pages • Checkerboard pattern • Distorted graphics or pictures • Missing characters • Faded print • Dark print Check the control If one of the lights is blinking, see “Blinking lights on the control panel” on page 70. panel for any blinking lights Check ink...
Change the scanning Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. resolution to a lower From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. value From the left pane of the Welcome screen, click Scan. Click Custom Settings.
Adjust the quality of the Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. scan From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. From the left pane of the Welcome screen, click Scan. Click Custom Settings. Select a higher scan resolution.
Check cable Make sure cable connections for the following hardware are secure, if applicable: connections • Power supply • Telephone • Handset • Answering machine Verify dial tone • Place a test call to the telephone number to which you want to send a fax to make sure that it is working correctly.
Received fax has poor print quality Review checklist for • Check that the quality of the original document is satisfactory. sender • Resend the fax. There may have been a problem with the quality of the telephone line connection. • Increase the fax scan resolution.
Remove each page as Remove each page as it exits, and let it dry completely before stacking. it is printed Adjust the paper Adjust the paper guides: guides • When using media less than 8.5 inches wide • To rest against the edges of the paper or media, making sure it does not buckle Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media Check for paper jams Check for and clear any paper jams.
Review banner • Use only the number of sheets needed for the banner. printing checklist • Select the following settings to enable the printer to feed paper continuously without jamming: With a document open, click File Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. Select the Paper Setup tab.
The color print cartridge needs to be replaced immediately. light is on Replace the color print cartridge with a new one. For more information, see “Changing print cartridges” on page 50. The black (or photo) print cartridge needs to be replaced soon. light is blinking To order supplies, see “Ordering paper and other supplies”...
50. Print again. Replace the print cartridges with new cartridges. For more information, see “Removing a used print cartridge” on page 50 and “Installing print cartridges” on page 50. Print again. Lexmark 2500 Series. Troubleshooting Run, and then...
The following paragraph does not apply to any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL, INC., PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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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.
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 Copying Ready inaudible Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. Notices...
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If you experience trouble with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, contact Lexmark International, Inc. at www.lexmark.com or your Lexmark representative. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. Telephone companies report that electrical surges, typically lightning transients, are very destructive to customer terminal equipment connected to AC power sources.
Using this product in Switzerland This product requires a Swiss billing tone filter (Lexmark part number 14B5109) to be installed on any line which receives metering pulses in Switzerland. The Lexmark filter must be used, as metering pulses are present on all analog telephone lines in Switzerland.
Uso del prodotto in Svizzera Questo prodotto richiede un filtro toni Billing svizzero, (codice Lexmark 14B5109), da installare su tutte le linee che ricevono impulsi remoti in Svizzera. È necessario utilizzare il filtro Lexmark poiché gli impulsi remoti sono presenti su tutte le linee analogiche in Svizzera.
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After this single use, the license to use the print cartridge terminates, and the used cartridge must be returned only to Lexmark for remanufacturing, refilling or recycling. If you do not accept the terms of this single use license/agreement, return this product in its original packaging to your point of purchase.
4x6 color copy 37 4x6 Copy 14 Black Copy 14 Cancel 14 Color Copy 14 Paper Feed 14 Power 14 Scan 14 buttons, Lexmark Imaging Studio Copy 15 E-mail 15 Fax 15 Photo Greeting Cards 15 Photo Packages 15 Poster 15 Scan 15...
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Photo Greeting Cards 15 Photo Packages 15 Scan 15 Slideshow 15 Transfer Photos 15 using 15 View / Print Photo Library 15 Lexmark Imaging Studio, using 15 loading banner paper 24 custom-size paper 23 documents on the scanner glass 24 envelopes 22...
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7 Quality/Copies tab 19 received fax has poor print quality 68 receiving a fax using the software 47 recycling Lexmark products 57 WEEE statement 76 removing print cartridges 50 reports fax activity 47 fax confirmation 47 reverse page order 28...
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59 power button is not lit 58 software does not install 58 slideshow creating and viewing 35 software Lexmark Imaging Studio 15 Print Properties 18 removing and reinstalling 72 Solution Center 17 Toolbar 19 using 15...