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Lexmark 1500 Series User Manual

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Lexmark 1500 Series
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June 2007
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  • Page 1 Lexmark 1500 Series User Guide June 2007 www.lexmark.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Print cartridges...58 Checking the ink levels...62 Improving print quality...62 Cleaning the exterior of the printer...63 Refilling print cartridges...63 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...63 Ordering print cartridges...64 Ordering paper and other supplies...64 Finding information about the printer...65 Recycling Lexmark products...67 Contacting Customer Support...68 Troubleshooting...69...
  • Page 4 Wireless troubleshooting...79 Print troubleshooting...90 Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting...99 Memory card reader and PictBridge troubleshooting...104 Removing and reinstalling the software...107 Resetting the printer to factory default settings...107 Notices...109 Edition notice...109 Product information...109 European EC directives conformity statement for radio products...112 Power consumption...116 Glossary...122...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 6: Networking The Printer

    Note: The printers in the following diagrams represent Lexmark printers with Lexmark internal print servers built in or installed in them so that they can communicate over a network. Lexmark internal print servers are devices made by Lexmark to enable Lexmark printers to be connected to wired or wireless networks.
  • Page 7 Scenario 2: Computer, laptop, and printer connected wirelessly with Internet • A computer, a laptop, and a printer are connected wirelessly to a wireless router. • The network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or a cable modem.

  • Page 8: Finding The Mac Address

    If you purchased the internal wireless print server separately, the MAC address appears on an adhesive label that came with the wireless print server. Attach the adhesive label to your printer so you will be able to find the MAC address when you need it.

  • Page 9: Wireless Networking

    “Installing the printer on a network” on page 12 Types of wireless networks Networks can operate in one of two modes: infrastructure or ad hoc. Lexmark recommends setting up a network in infrastructure mode using the installation CD that came with the printer.

  • Page 10: Finding The Signal Strength

    In addition, they must share the same SSID and channel as the wireless access point (wireless router). A simple type of wireless network is one where a PC with a wireless adapter communicates directly with a printer equipped for wireless networking. This mode of communication is called ad hoc. A device in this type of network must have a valid IP address and be set to ad hoc mode.

  • Page 11: Why Do I Need An Installation Cable

    Why do I need an installation cable? When you set up the printer on your wireless network, you will need to temporarily connect the printer to a computer using the installation cable. This temporary connection is used to set up the wireless settings of the printer.

  • Page 12: Installing The Printer On A Network

    “Finding IP addresses” on page 9 Sharing the printer on a network To let other Macintosh computers on your network that use Mac OS X version 10.3 or later use any printer connected to your Macintosh computer: Click Apple menu System Preferences.

  • Page 13: Using A Wireless Network Connection

    Click Continue. Follow the instructions on the computer screen. If your printer is already installed but you have not set it up for use on your wireless network, you need to add your printer to the Printer List. From the Finder desktop, click Applications.

  • Page 14: Advanced Wireless Setup

    If you want to connect the printer to the computer using a USB cable. – If the printer does not have a wireless print server installed and you want to connect the printer to the computer using a USB cable.
  • Page 15 From the Network pop-up menu, click Create Network. Create a name for your ad hoc network, and then click OK. Insert the CD for Macintosh to run the wireless setup. From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 1500 Series Installer icon Double-click the Install icon. Click Continue.

  • Page 16: Printing

    • Lexmark Photo Paper—An outstanding "everyday" heavyweight inkjet photo paper designed for use with Lexmark printers, but compatible with all brands of inkjet printers. Although inexpensive, it offers excellent image quality and outstanding value. • Transparency—A clear, plastic media primarily used for overhead projectors.

  • Page 17: Using The Automatic Paper Type Sensor

    The printer is equipped with an automatic paper type sensing device. The Paper Type Sensor automatically detects the type of paper that has been loaded into the printer and adjusts the settings for you. For example, if you want to print a photo, load photo paper into the printer.

  • Page 18: Loading Labels

    Loading labels You can load up to 25 sheets of labels at a time. Load labels with the print side facing you and the top of the sheet fed into the printer first. Make sure: • The print side of the labels faces you.

  • Page 19: Loading Banner Paper

    You can load up to 20 sheets of banner paper at a time. Remove all paper from the paper support before loading the banner paper. Tear off only the number of pages needed to print the banner. Place the required stack of banner paper on a flat surface behind the printer. Printing...

  • Page 20: Learning About The Software Print Options

    With a document open, click File From the “Format for” pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series. Note: When you select Any Printer, your paper size choices are limited. By selecting the name of your printer, you have many more paper size options.

  • Page 21: Performing Printing And Related Tasks

    Collating copies using the computer The printer can sort multiple copy jobs. For example, if you print two copies of a three-page document, and you choose not to collate them, the pages print in this order: 1, 1, 2, 2, 3, 3. If you choose to collate, the pages print in this order: 1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3.

  • Page 22: Related Topics

    Note: For best results, use Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper. Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridges are not compatible with this type of paper.

  • Page 23: Printing Cards

    Make sure the print side of the card faces you. Customize the settings as needed in the Page Setup dialog. With a document open, click File From the “Format for” pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series. From the Paper Size pop-up menu, choose a card size. Choose an orientation.

  • Page 24: Printing Envelopes

    Make sure the print side of the envelopes faces you. Customize the settings as needed in the Page Setup dialog. With a document open, click File From the “Format for” pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series. From the Paper Size pop-up menu, choose the envelope size loaded. Choose an orientation.

  • Page 25: Printing Transparencies

    Load transparencies. Customize the settings as needed in the Page Setup dialog. With a document open, click File From the “Format for” pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series. From the Paper Size pop-up menu, choose a paper size. Choose an orientation.

  • Page 26: Printing Multiple Pages On One Sheet

    Load paper. Customize the settings as needed in the Page Setup dialog. With a document open, choose File From the “Format for” pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series. From the Settings pop-up menu, choose Page Attributes. Choose a paper size. Choose an orientation.

  • Page 27: Assembling A Booklet

    “Printing multiple pages on one sheet” on page 26 Printing multiple copies of a stored document With a document open, click File From the Printer pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series. From the third pop-up menu, choose Copies & Pages. Enter the number of copies you want to print.

  • Page 28: Printing Color Images In Black And White

    “Loading paper” on page 16 Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) The printer has a built-in duplex unit that lets you print on both sides of the paper automatically for letter- or A4-size plain paper. If you need to print duplex using paper other than letter- or A4-size plain paper, see “Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) manually”...

  • Page 29: Printing Files From A Memory Card Or Flash Drive

    Make sure the printer is connected to the computer through a USB cable. You cannot print directly from a memory device if you are using a wireless connection. Insert a memory card into a card slot or a flash drive into the PictBridge port on the front of the printer. Wait for to appear on the Finder desktop, and then double-click it to view the contents of the memory card or flash drive.

  • Page 30: Managing Print Jobs

    From the list of printers, double-click your printer. From the printer pop-up menu, click Start Jobs if you want to resume all print jobs in the queue. If you want to resume a particular print job, select the document name, and then click Resume.

  • Page 31: Working With Photos

    Working with photos Notes: • For best results when printing photos or other high-quality images, use Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper. Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridges are not compatible with this type of paper.
  • Page 32 • Microdrive Wait for the light located near the memory card slots on the printer to come on. The light blinks to indicate the memory card is being read or is transmitting data. Warning: Do not touch cables, any network adapter, the memory card, or the printer in the area shown while actively printing, reading, or writing from a memory card.

  • Page 33: Inserting A Flash Drive

    A loss of data can occur. Also, do not remove the flash drive while actively printing, reading, or writing from the flash drive. Note: The printer recognizes one active media device at a time. If you insert a flash drive and a memory card, light and the light blink alternately until either the memory card or flash drive is removed.
  • Page 34 Removing a memory card or flash drive A memory card or a flash drive has to be properly removed from the printer to avoid corruption of the device or loss of stored data. Warning: Do not remove a memory device from the printer while actively printing, reading, or writing from it.

  • Page 35: Transferring Photos From A Memory Device To The Computer

    Insert a memory card or flash drive into the printer, or connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera to the printer. When the printer recognizes that a memory device is installed, this icon to appear before doing anything with the memory device.

  • Page 36: Printing Photos From Photo Storage Devices

    Load photo paper 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.) Insert a memory card into a card slot or a flash drive into the PictBridge port on the front of the printer. Wait for to appear on the Finder desktop, and then double-click it to view the contents of the memory card or flash drive.
  • Page 37 Using a PictBridge-enabled digital camera to control printing photos You can connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera to the printer, and use the buttons on the camera to control and print photos. Insert one end of the USB cable into the camera.

  • Page 38: Printing Photos From A Digital Camera Using Dpof

    Note: If you specified a photo size in the camera, make sure the size of the paper loaded in the printer is not smaller than the size you specified in the DPOF selection.

  • Page 39: Printing Photos From The Computer

    Note: For best results, use Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper. Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridges are not compatible with this type of paper.
  • Page 40 Make sure the print side of the card faces you. Customize the settings as needed in the Page Setup dialog. With a document open, click File From the “Format for” pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series. From the Paper Size pop-up menu, choose a card size. Choose an orientation.

  • Page 41: Working With Photos Over The Wireless Network

    Double-click the Network Card Reader icon. Select the printer you want to use. Note: You need to add a printer to the Source list before you can select a printer to use. For more information, see “Using the Network Card Reader” on page 55.
  • Page 42 The Memory Card Detected message is received by all computers connected to the network printer. When another user clicks Yes first, you will be temporarily locked out from the network printer you are trying to access until the other user disconnects from it.
  • Page 43 Click Save. Choose the folder where you want the selected photos to be saved. Click Save. When you are finished viewing and saving photos, click Related topics: • “Using the Network Card Reader” on page 55 • “Transferring photos from a memory device to the computer over a wireless network” on page 41 Working with photos...

  • Page 44: Understanding The Printer

    Understanding the printer parts Checking the box contents Name Description Power supply cord Fits into the power supply attached to the back of the printer Installation software CD Installation cable Connects the printer to the computer temporarily during some methods of installation...

  • Page 45: Understanding The Parts Of The Printer

    Use the • Turn the printer on and off. – If the printer is inactive for 30 minutes, the printer reverts to sleep mode to conserve energy. Press – When the printer is in sleep mode, pressing and holding turn off the printer.
  • Page 46 Use the Wi-Fi indicator Check wireless status: • Off indicates that the printer is not turned on or that no wireless option is installed. • Orange – indicates that the printer is ready to be configured for wireless printing – indicates that the printer is connected for USB printing •...

  • Page 47: Understanding The Software

    From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer CD icon that automatically appears. Connect the printer to a power source using the power cord. Plug the power cord all the way into the power supply on the printer. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet that other electrical devices have been using.
  • Page 48 Using the Printer Selection dialog The Printer Selection dialog appears in the Lexmark Setup Assistant during installation. It lists all printers connected to your computer and all printers detected on the local network. It also lets you select the printer that you want to use.

  • Page 49: Using The Page Setup Dialog

    Related topics: • “Installing the printer software” on page 47 Using the Printer Setup Complete dialog The Printer Setup Complete dialog provides helpful options after successful installation. From here you can: • Check for special offers. • Print a test page.

  • Page 50: Using The Print Dialog

    Choose a paper size, orientation, or scaling value for a photo. Save customized settings as the default settings. Format a page for printing with the printer. Choose a paper size from the list. Choose an orientation. Reduce or enlarge a photo to a percentage of its original size.
  • Page 51 The Print dialog appears. • For Mac OS X version 10.3: • For Mac OS X version 10.4 or later: From the Printer pop-up menu, choose 1500 Series. Change the settings as needed. From here Choose Copies & Pages Copies...
  • Page 52 • • Postscript Schedule a print job. You can choose to print a file immediately, put it on hold, or specify a time for the printer to print. Specify a priority for printing. Choose any of these options: • Automatic •...
  • Page 53 Quality & Media Paper Type Print Quality Color Options Document Color Advanced Options Mirror Automatic Image Sharpening Printer Services Lexmark 1500 Series Utility Troubleshooting Order Supplies Contact Lexmark Software Version Preview Rotate Note: This option is Quartz Filter available only if the file opened is a photo.

  • Page 54: Using Printer Services

    Fax (in Mac OS X version 10.3) Cancel Print Related topics: • “Using the Page Setup dialog” on page 49 Using Printer Services Printer Services provides helpful Web links and information. From here you can: • Access the Utility. • Access Troubleshooting. • Order supplies.
  • Page 55 Using the Network Card Reader When you have a memory device inserted into a network printer, the Network Card Reader software lets you connect to the printer, display thumbnails of the photos stored on the memory device, and transfer photos and documents to the computer.

  • Page 56: Using The Utility

    Go to the Help Center to find more information. Save Save the selected images on your computer. Using the Utility The Utility is the central source for printer maintenance and helpful Web links. From here you can: • Install the print cartridges. •...
  • Page 57 From the third pop-up menu from the top, choose Printer Services. Click Lexmark 1500 Series Utility. The Utility has two tabs with different links under each tab: – Maintenance Tab – Web Links Tab Related topics: • “Using Printer Services” on page 54...

  • Page 58: Maintaining The Printer

    Maintaining the printer Print cartridges Installing print cartridges If you are installing new print cartridges, remove the sticker and tape from the back and bottom of the cartridges. Warning: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the bottom of the cartridges.

  • Page 59: Removing A Used Print Cartridge

    Make sure the printer is on. Lift the access cover. The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the printer is busy. Press down on the cartridge carrier lever to raise the cartridge carrier lid. Maintaining the printer...

  • Page 60: Aligning The Print Cartridges

    Remove the used print cartridge. To recycle the used cartridge, see “Recycling Lexmark products” on page 67. If the cartridge you removed is not empty and you want to use it later, see “Preserving the print cartridges” on page 62.

  • Page 61: Wiping The Print Cartridge Nozzles And Contacts

    Repeat step 9 up to two more times. If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridges. Related topics: • “Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles” on page 60 • “Preserving the print cartridges” on page 62 Maintaining the printer...

  • Page 62: Checking The Ink Levels

    Use the appropriate paper for the document. If you are printing photos or other high-quality images, for best results use Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper. Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridges are not compatible with this type of paper.

  • Page 63: Cleaning The Exterior Of The Printer

    Refilling print cartridges 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.

  • Page 64: Ordering Print Cartridges

    Values obtained by continuous printing. Declared yield value in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711. Licensed Return Program Cartridge Ordering paper and other supplies To order supplies or to locate a dealer near you, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. Notes: •...

  • Page 65: Finding Information About The Printer

    Paper Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper Note: Availability may vary by country or region. For information on how to purchase Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper in your country or region, go to www.lexmark.com. Finding information about the printer...
  • Page 66 Help Description If your printer connects to a computer, the Help gives you instructions for using the printer and other information such • Using the software • Loading paper • Printing • Working with photos • Scanning (if supported by your printer) •...

  • Page 67: Recycling Lexmark Products

    12 months after the original date of purchase. 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: •...

  • Page 68: Contacting Customer Support

    Mexico: 01-800-253-9627 Monday–Friday (8:00 AM–8:00 PM ET) Note: Phone numbers and support times may change without notice. Is contact information available online? Yes. You can access the Lexmark home page on the World Wide Web at www.lexmark.com. Maintaining the printer...

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: Check print cartridges Make sure there is a cartridge installed in the printer. If you are using a photo cartridge, make sure there is also a color cartridge installed.

  • Page 70: Duplex Light Is Blinking

    Remove extra memory devices The printer recognizes one active media device at a time. Do not insert two memory cards at one time, a flash drive and a memory card at one time, or a PictBridge-enabled digital camera and a memory card at one time.
  • Page 71 • Make sure the USB cable that you are using is not damaged. If the error occurs after the printer has successfully connected with the camera, try one or more of the following: • Disconnect the camera, and then connect it again.

  • Page 72: Software Does Not Install

    Plug the power cord into the wall outlet. Press to turn the printer on. Uninstall and reinstall software Uninstall the printer software, and then reinstall it. For more information, see “Removing and reinstalling the software” on page 107. USB symbol. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 73: Printer Is Not Able To Communicate With The Computer

    Is there more than one network printer displayed? All Lexmark printers connected on your network should be displayed in the Printer Selection dialog. If there is more than one printer of the same model in your network, you must know the MAC address of the network printer that you want to connect to, and select the printer displaying that MAC address.

  • Page 74: Printer Is Plugged In But Does Not Print

    Plug the printer into a different electrical outlet. • If the printer is plugged into a surge protector, unplug the printer, and plug it directly into an electrical outlet. Check the USB connection Check that the USB cable is connected to the computer. The USB port on the back of the computer is marked by the USB symbol.

  • Page 75: Page Does Not Print

    Make sure the cartridges are properly installed With the front of the printer facing you, check for proper print cartridge installation. If you are using a color cartridge, make sure it is properly installed in the right carrier. If you are using a black cartridge or photo cartridge, make sure it is properly installed in the left carrier.
  • Page 76 Make sure the sticker and tape have been removed. Reinstall the cartridges. Make sure the printer is set as the default printer and is not on hold or paused To set printer as default From the Finder desktop, choose Applications on the operating system version you are using.

  • Page 77: Printer Is Out Of Paper

    Uninstall the printer software, and then reinstall it. For more information, see “Removing and reinstalling the software” on page 107. If the software still does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to check for the latest software.

  • Page 78: Checking The Printer Status

    USB symbol. Plug the long, flat end of the USB cable into this port. Make sure that the smaller, more square end of the USB cable is plugged into the back of the printer. Check that the USB cable is not damaged and that the Checking the printer status From the Finder desktop, double-click System Preferences.

  • Page 79: Wireless Troubleshooting

    How do I find out what type of security my network is using? You must know the security key and security mode in order to properly set up the printer for use on the wireless network. To obtain this information, see the documentation that came with your wireless router, see the Web page associated with the router, or consult the person who set up your wireless network.

  • Page 80: Wireless Network Printer Does Not Print

    The printer is located away from other electronic devices that may interfere with the wireless signal. • Your wireless network is using a unique network name (SSID). If not, it is possible that the printer/print server is communicating over a different, nearby network that uses the same network name.
  • Page 81 Note: If more than one printer appears in the ”Select your printer” list, pick the printer with the MAC address that matches the address on the back of your printer. Wi-Fi indicator light is not lit Check power If the light is not on, see “Power button is not lit”...

  • Page 82: Network Printer Does Not Show Up In The Printer Selection List During Installation

    The SSID of the network the computer is connected to is displayed in the Network pop-up menu. Write down the SSID. Reconfigure the printer's settings. Insert the CD for Macintosh. From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 1500 Series Installer icon Double-click Install. Click Continue. Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

  • Page 83: Wireless Printer Is No Longer Working

    These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: Check power • Make sure the printer power light is on. For more information, see “Power button is not lit” in the “Troubleshooting” chapter. • Make sure the wireless access point (wireless router) is on.

  • Page 84: Printer Cannot Connect To The Wireless Network

    100–150 feet. Try setting up the printer again by rerunning the Wireless Setup Assistant. Check whether the printer is on the same wireless network as the computer The SSID of the printer must match the SSID of the wireless network.
  • Page 85 Check your advanced security settings • If you are using MAC address filtering to limit access to your wireless network, you must add the printer's MAC address to the list of addresses allowed to connect to your wireless access point (wireless router).

  • Page 86: Wi-Fi Indicator Light Is Blinking Orange During Installation

    When the Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange, it indicates that the printer has been set up for wireless networking but cannot connect to the network for which it has been configured. The printer may be unable to join the network because of interference or its distance from the wireless access point (wireless router), or until its settings are changed.
  • Page 87 Run the Wireless Setup Assistant again If your wireless settings have changed, you must run the printer wireless setup again. Some reasons your settings may have changed include your having manually changed your WEP or WPA keys, channel, or other network settings;...

  • Page 88: Changing Wireless Settings After Installation

    If you are not using a unique network name, consult the documentation for your wireless access point (wireless router) to learn how to set a network name. If you set a new network name, you must reset the printer and computer SSID to the same network name. •...

  • Page 89: Ping The Printer

    10.168.0.101 Click Ping. If the printer responds, you will see several lines that display the number of bytes received from the printer. This ensures that your computer is communicating with your printer. If the printer does not respond, nothing is displayed.

  • Page 90: Print Troubleshooting

    When you print documents with a large number of graphics, or with the Photo Quality/Speed setting, the printer uses more ink. The type of documents you print and the print quality you select affect the amount of ink the printer uses.

  • Page 91: Ink Levels Seem To Go Down Too Quickly

    Use the appropriate paper for the document. If you are printing photos or other high-quality images, for best results use Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper. Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridges are not compatible with this type of paper.
  • Page 92 Each paper brand accepts ink differently and prints with color variations. If you are printing photos or other high-quality images, for best results use Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper. Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridges are not compatible with this type of paper.

  • Page 93: Print Speed Is Slow

    From the Print Quality menu, select Normal. Remove and reinstall the software It is sometimes helpful to remove the existing printer software and reinstall it. For more information, see “Removing and reinstalling the software” on page 107. Partial document or photo prints...

  • Page 94: Photo Smudges Or Scratches

    Check that the USB cable is not damaged and that the Close other open files before printing Before sending a file to print, close all other open files in the program you are using. The printer prints a blank page when too many files are open in the same program.

  • Page 95: Printed Characters Are Improperly Formed Or Are Not Aligned Correctly

    Do photos or transparencies dry and stick together on the paper exit tray? Remove the photos or transparencies from the paper exit tray as they exit the printer. Allow them to dry before stacking. It takes longer for the ink to dry on the surface of photo paper or transparencies than it does on most printouts.

  • Page 96: Vertical Straight Lines Are Not Smooth

    Click Print. Align the print cartridges Load plain paper. From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 1500 Series folder. Double-click the Lexmark 1500 Series Utility icon. From the Maintenance tab, click Print Alignment Page. Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

  • Page 97: Colors On Printout Are Faded Or Differ From Colors On The Screen

    Make sure the file types stored on the memory device are supported by the programs installed on your computer. Check the memory card or flash drive Make sure the memory card or flash drive is not corrupted. Remove memory devices properly from the printer to avoid corruption or loss of data.

  • Page 98: Cannot Print From Digital Camera Using Pictbridge

    These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: Check paper size and type Check the paper size and type to make sure the paper is supported by the printer. If you are using automatic duplexing, use only letter- or A4-size plain paper.

  • Page 99: Jams And Misfeeds Troubleshooting

    Double-click Printer Setup Utility. The Printer List dialog appears. Verify that XXXX Series <MAC:nnnnnnnnnnnn> is the default printer, where XXXX is the model series number of your printer and nnnnnnnnnnnn is the 12-digit MAC address of your printer. If USB is selected instead: Select XXXX Series, where XXXX is the model series number of your printer.

  • Page 100: Paper Jam In The Duplex Unit

    Paper jam in the duplex unit Push down on the duplex latch as you grasp the duplex unit. Pull out the duplex unit. Firmly grasp the paper, and gently pull it out. Push down on the duplex latch as you reinstall the duplex unit. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 101: Paper Or Specialty Media Misfeeds

    Use only new, unwrinkled paper. Check paper loading • Load a smaller amount of paper into the printer. • Load paper with the print side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.)

  • Page 102: Banner Paper Jams

    Make sure the printer is set as the default printer and is not on hold or paused To set printer as default: From the Finder desktop, choose Applications on the operating system version you are using. From the Printer List dialog, select your printer.

  • Page 103: Cartridge Carrier Jam

    Cartridge carrier jam These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: Remove any obstructions in the cartridge carrier Lift the access cover. Remove any objects blocking the path of the print cartridge carrier. Make sure the cartridge carrier lids are closed. Close the access cover.

  • Page 104: Memory Card Reader And Pictbridge Troubleshooting

    There are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: Check memory card type Make sure that the type of memory card you are using can be used in the printer. For more information, see “Inserting a memory card” on page 31.

  • Page 105: Power Light And Duplex Light Are Blinking Alternately

    Remove extra memory devices The printer recognizes one active media device at a time. Do not insert two memory cards at one time, a flash drive and a memory card at one time, or a PictBridge-enabled digital camera and a memory card at one time.

  • Page 106: Photos Do Not Transfer From A Memory Card Across A Wireless Network

    • Make sure the USB cable that you are using is not damaged. If the error occurs after the printer has successfully connected with the camera, try one or more of the following: • Disconnect the camera, and then connect it again.

  • Page 107: Removing And Reinstalling The Software

    Make sure you inserted the memory card into the correct slot. For more information, see the related topic below. Check memory card type Make sure that the type of memory card you are using can be used in the printer. For more information, see the related topic below.
  • Page 108 Close the access cover. Wait for the light to stop blinking. The printer is reset to factory default settings. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 109: Notices

    For Lexmark technical support, visit support.lexmark.com. For information on supplies and downloads, visit www.lexmark.com. If you don't have access to the Internet, you can contact Lexmark by mail: Lexmark International, Inc. Bldg 004-2/CSC...
  • Page 110 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.

  • Page 111: Exposure To Radio Frequency Radiation

    (859) 232–3000 Exposure to radio frequency radiation The following notice is applicable if your printer has a wireless network card installed. The radiated output power of this device is far below the radio frequency exposure limits of the FCC and other regulatory agencies.

  • Page 112: European Ec Directives Conformity Statement For Radio Products

    A declaration of conformity with the requirements of the directives has been signed by the Director of Manufacturing and Technical Support, Lexmark International, Inc., S.A., Boigny, France. This product satisfies the Class B limits of EN 55022 and safety requirements of EN 60950.
  • Page 113 Alulírott, Lexmark International, Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a termék megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak. Íslenska Hér með lýsir Lexmark International, Inc. yfir því að þessi vara er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC. Notices...

  • Page 114: Noise Emission Levels

    Bil-preżenti, Lexmark International, Inc., jiddikjara li dan il-prodott huwa konformi mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma dispożizzjonijiet oħrajn relevanti li jinsabu fid-Direttiva 1999/5/KE. Nederlands Hierbij verklaart Lexmark International, Inc. dat het toestel dit product in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.

  • Page 115: Product Disposal

    The WEEE logo signifies specific recycling programs and procedures for electronic products in countries of the European Union. We encourage the recycling of our products. If you have further questions about recycling options, visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for your local sales office phone number. Product disposal Do not dispose of the printer or supplies in the same manner as normal household waste.

  • Page 116: Power Consumption

    The power consumption levels listed in the previous table represent time-averaged measurements. Instantaneous power draws may be substantially higher than the average. Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. Power Saver This product is designed with an energy-saving mode called Power Saver. The Power Saver Mode is equivalent to the EPA Sleep Mode.

  • Page 117: Total Energy Usage

    Lexmark that cannot be excluded or modified. If any such provisions apply, then to the extent Lexmark is able, Lexmark hereby limits its liability for breach of those provisions to one of the following: replacement of the Software Program or reimbursement of the price paid for the Software Program.
  • Page 118 Lexmark. You may not separate the components of the Software Program for use on more than one computer. You agree that you will not Use the Software Program, in whole or in part, in any manner that...
  • Page 119 Lexmark's limited warranty, or for any other claim whatsoever related to the subject matter of this Agreement, Lexmark's and its suppliers’ liability for all types of damages, regardless of the form of action or basis (including contract, breach, estoppel, negligence, misrepresentation, or tort), shall be limited to the greater of $5,000 or the money paid to Lexmark or its Authorized remarketers for the license hereunder for the Software Program that caused the damages or that is the subject matter of, or is directly related to, the cause of action.

  • Page 120: Statement Of Limited Warranty

    License Agreement, any other written agreement signed by you and Lexmark relating to your Use of the Software Program). To the extent any Lexmark policies or programs for support services conflict with the terms of this License Agreement, the terms of this License Agreement shall control.

  • Page 121: Extent Of Limited Warranty

    Lexmark's liability for actual damages from any cause whatsoever will be limited to the amount you paid for the product that caused the damages. This limitation of liability will not apply to claims by you for bodily injury or damage to real property or tangible personal property for which Lexmark is legally liable.

  • Page 122: Glossary

    A part of the printer that allows for it to print on both sides of the page A memory storage device which can be purchased separately from the printer. The printer has a port to which flash drives can be connected.
  • Page 123 Page orientation in which text runs parallel with the short edge of the paper The name you assign to your printer so that you and others can identify it on the network (1)The program that lets you select settings to customize a print job.
  • Page 124 A device similar to a network hub that can connect different networks together An address assigned to a network printer or print server by the manufacturer. To find the UAA, print a network setup page and look for the UAA listing.

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