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Lexmark 5600-6600 series printer user's guide
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2008
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  • Page 1 5600-6600 Series User's Guide 2008 www.lexmark.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installing the printer on a wireless network (selected models only)...45 Wireless network compatibility...45 Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network...45 Installing the printer on a wireless network...45 Installing the printer on other computers...46 Interpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light...47 Special wireless installation instructions...47...
  • Page 4 Finding the signal strength... 60 How can I improve wireless signal strength? ... 61 Can I use my printer on a USB and a network connection at the same time?... 62 What is a MAC address?... 62 How do I find the MAC address? ... 62 What is an IP address?...
  • Page 5 Printing photos using the printer control panel ... 87 Printing photos from the computer using the printer software ... 88 Printing photos from a memory device using the printer software ... 88 Printing photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera ... 90 Printing photos stored on a memory device using the proof sheet...
  • Page 6 Maintaining print cartridges...111 Installing print cartridges...111 Removing a used print cartridge ...112 Refilling print cartridges...113 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...113 Aligning print cartridges ...114 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...114 Checking ink levels...115 Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts ...116 Preserving the print cartridges ...117...
  • Page 7 Cannot print and there is a firewall on the computer ...134 Wi-Fi indicator light is not lit...134 Wi-Fi indicator light is green but the printer does not print (Windows only) ...135 Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation (Windows only)...137 Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange during installation (Macintosh only) ...140...
  • Page 8 Notices...153 Product information...153 Edition notice...153 European EC directives conformity statement for radio products...156 Power consumption...163 Index...168 Contents...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    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 10: Introduction

    In Windows Vista, click • In Windows XP and earlier, click Start. Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. From the program, click Help to view the main page of the Help.

  • Page 11: Customer Support

    Submit Request. 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 came with your printer.

  • Page 12: Limited Warranty

    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 customer support so that they may serve you faster: •...

  • Page 13: Setting Up The Printer

    Use the following instructions if you do not want to connect the printer to a computer. Note: If you want to connect the printer to a computer, use the setup documentation and the printer software CD that came with the printer.
  • Page 14 If a stick-on overlay for your language needs to be installed, peel off the covering from the back of the overlays to expose the adhesive. Place the stick-on overlays on the recessed areas of the printer control panel, and then press down on the stick-on overlays.
  • Page 15 Raise the paper support, and then press down on the paper adjustment lever to extend the paper guides. Load paper, and then pull up the paper adjustment lever to adjust the paper guides. The paper guides should rest against the edges of the paper. Setting up the printer...
  • Page 16 CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: Read the safety information included with this product before connecting power or making any cabling connections. If the printer does not automatically turn on, press If prompted, set the language. Press the arrow buttons until the language that you want appears, and then press If prompted, set the country/region.
  • Page 17 Set the date and time. Using the keypad of the printer control panel, enter the month, day, and year, and then press Enter the time, and then press Press the arrow buttons to choose a time format, and then press Set the fax number and fax name.
  • Page 18 If a black print cartridge is included in the box contents, open the black cartridge foil, and then remove the cartridge from the pack. Note: You may need to purchase a black print cartridge separately. Setting up the printer...
  • Page 19 Remove the tape from the black print cartridge, insert the cartridge in the left cartridge carrier, and then close the black cartridge carrier lid. Close the printer. Press An alignment page prints. Setting up the printer...

  • Page 20: Understanding The Parts Of The Printer

    Notes: • The alignment page may differ from the one shown. • Streaks on the alignment page are normal and do not indicate a problem. Understanding the parts of the printer Use the Paper adjustment lever Paper support Paper guides...
  • Page 21 • Orange – indicates that the printer has not yet been configured for a wireless network. – indicates that the printer is configured for an ad hoc connection, but is not communicating with another ad hoc device. • Orange blinking indicates that the printer is configured but is unable to communicate with the wireless network.
  • Page 22 This connection method may not be available in all countries or regions. Note: Remove the plug to access the port. Connect the printer to an active telephone line to send and receive faxes. The printer must be connected to a telephone line to receive incoming fax calls.

  • Page 23: Using The Printer Control Panel Buttons And Menus

    Two-line display that shows the printer status, messages, and menus • 27 buttons The following diagrams explain the sections of the printer control panel: Connect the printer to a desktop computer using a USB cable. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB port except when plugging in or removing a USB cable or installation cable.
  • Page 24 1 2 3 Press Setup Access the setup menu and change printer settings. Note: The Copy, Scan, and Photo button lights are off when this button is selected. Address Book Access fax numbers from a saved list of numbers. Redial/Pause In Fax mode: •...
  • Page 25 Press Access the copy menu and make copies. • Turn the printer on and off. • Switch to Power Saver mode. Note: Press turn off the printer. Press • Decrease a number. • Delete a letter or number. • Move the cursor one place to the left.

  • Page 26: Using The Printer Menus

    Color / Black Switch to color mode or black-and-white mode. Start a print, scan, or copy job, depending on which mode is selected. Using the printer menus A number of menus are available to make it easy for you to change printer settings: Setting up the printer...

  • Page 27: Menus List

    Save Photos • Computer (appears only if the printer is connected directly to a computer) • Network (appears only if the printer is connected to a network) • USB Flash Drive • Memory Card Select Computer (appears only if the printer is connected to a...

  • Page 28: Saving Settings

    Original Size Content Type Note: The File Print menu is enabled when you insert a flash drive that contains document files into the printer. The menu is composed of the folders and files stored on the flash drive. Saving settings You can set the default paper size, paper type, and photo print size for the documents and photos that you print.
  • Page 29 Setup, or press another mode button. To disable the settings timeout feature You can disable the settings timeout feature if you do not want the printer to revert to the default temporary settings after two minutes of inactivity or after turning off the printer.

  • Page 30: Using The Printer Software

    Changing the Power Saver timeout You can customize the Power Saver timeout of the printer. The Power Saver timeout is the time it takes for the printer to switch to Power Saver mode when the printer is left idle. Change the Power Saver timeout to avoid interruptions when doing multiple jobs on your printer.

  • Page 31: Installing The Optional Xps Driver (Windows Vista Users Only)

    Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only) The XML Paper Specification (XPS) driver is an optional printer driver designed to make use of the advanced XPS color and graphics features that are available only for Windows Vista users. To use XPS features, you must install the XPS driver as an additional driver after you install the regular printer software.

  • Page 32: Using The Windows Printer Software

    Using the Windows printer software When you set up the printer using the printer software CD, all the necessary software was installed. You may have chosen to install some additional programs. The following table provides an overview of various software programs and what they can help you do.

  • Page 33: Using The Macintosh Printer Software

    • • • Applications are also installed with the printer software during installation. These applications are saved in the printer folder that appears on the Finder desktop after installation. From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder. Double-click the icon of the application that you want to use.

  • Page 34: Switching Between The Rear Usb Port And The Quick Connect Laptop Port (Selected Models Only)

    Pause or cancel active jobs on the desktop computer. Connect a USB cable to the laptop computer and then to the Quick Connect laptop port on the front of the printer. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not plug in or remove the USB cable from the Quick Connect laptop port while a memory device is being accessed by the printer.

  • Page 35: Getting The Printer Ready To Fax

    • Norway • Denmark To connect your printer to an answering machine or other telecommunications equipment, use the telephone line adapter included in the box with the printer. Connect one end of the telephone cord into the Line port •...
  • Page 36 Remove the plug from the EXT port on the back of the printer. Note: Once this plug is removed, any country- or region-specific equipment you connect to the printer by the adapter, as shown, will not function properly. Setting up the printer...
  • Page 37 To connect an answering machine or other telecommunications equipment to the printer: Remove the plug from the back of the printer. Note: Once this plug is removed, any country- or region-specific equipment that you connect to the printer by the adapter, as shown, will not function properly.

  • Page 38: Choosing A Fax Connection

    If you want a digital connection such as ISDN, DSL, or ADSL, a third-party device (such as a DSL filter) is required. You do not need to attach the printer to a computer, but you do need to connect it to a telephone line to send and receive faxes.

  • Page 39: Connecting To An Answering Machine

    You can connect the printer to other equipment. See the following table to determine the best way to set up the printer. Equipment Benefits Send and receive faxes without using a • The printer computer. • A telephone cord •...

  • Page 40: Connecting Directly To A Telephone Wall Jack

    Connect a third telephone cord from the answering machine to the EXT port Connecting directly to a telephone wall jack Connect the printer directly to a telephone wall jack to send and receive faxes without using a computer. Make sure you have a telephone cord and a telephone wall jack.

  • Page 41: Connecting Directly To A Telephone Wall Jack In Germany

    Connecting directly to a telephone wall jack in Germany Connect the printer directly to a telephone wall jack to send and receive faxes without using a computer. Make sure you have a telephone cord (provided with the product) and a telephone wall jack.

  • Page 42: Connecting To A Computer With A Modem

    Connect the printer to a computer with a modem to send faxes from the software application. Note: Setup steps may vary depending on your country or region. For more information on connecting the printer to telecommunications equipment, see the related topic, “Using an RJ11 adapter.”...

  • Page 43: Connecting To A Telephone

    Connecting to a telephone Connect a telephone to the printer to use the fax line as a normal telephone line. Then set up the printer wherever your telephone is located to make copies or to send and receive faxes without using a computer.

  • Page 44: Using A Digital Phone Service

    Connect the other telephone cord to a telephone, and then plug it into the EXT port Using a digital phone service The fax modem is an analog device. Certain devices can be connected to the printer so that digital telephone services can be used.

  • Page 45: Installing The Printer On A Wireless Network (Selected Models Only)

    Your wireless network is set up and working properly. • The computer you are using is connected to the same wireless network where you want to set up the printer. Installing the printer on a wireless network (selected models only)

  • Page 46: Installing The Printer On Other Computers

    Installing the printer on other computers Once the printer is set up on the wireless network, it can be accessed wirelessly by any other computer on the network. However, you will need to install the printer driver on every computer that will access it. You do not need to configure the printer again, although you will need to run the setup software on each computer to install the driver.

  • Page 47: Interpreting The Colors Of The Wi-Fi Indicator Light

    – The printer is turned off or is powering up. – The printer is not connected to a wireless network and is in Power Saver mode. In Power Saver mode, the power light pulses on and off. • Orange means one of the following: –...

  • Page 48: Assigning A Static Ip Address

    If the printer is not automatically assigned an IP address, the installation software will prompt you to manually assign an IP address to the printer. This will occur if there is no server or router capable of automatically assigning DHCP addresses on your network.

  • Page 49: Switching Between Usb And Wireless Connections (Windows Only)

    Switching between USB and wireless connections (Windows only) You can change the way you access your printer depending on your needs. The procedures below assume that you have configured your printer for one type of connection. See related topics on troubleshooting specific connection types if you encounter difficulties during configuration.

  • Page 50: Switching Between Usb And Wireless Connections (Macintosh Only)

    Using the printer locally (USB) If the printer is currently set up for wireless Attach one end of a USB cable to the USB port on the back of the printer. Attach the other end to a USB port on the computer.

  • Page 51: Advanced Wireless Setup

    Note: The printer can communicate on only one wireless network at a time. Configuring the printer for an ad hoc wireless network will keep it from working on any other wireless network, either ad hoc or infrastructure.
  • Page 52 In the “Confirm network key” box, type the same WEP key. Select This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not used. Click OK twice to close the two open windows. Installing the printer on a wireless network (selected models only)

  • Page 53: Adding A Printer To An Existing Ad Hoc Wireless Network

    Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network Note: The printer can communicate on only one wireless network at a time. Configuring the printer for an ad hoc wireless network will remove it from any other wireless network, either ad hoc or infrastructure, for which it is configured.

  • Page 54: Using Wps (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

    For information on using Windows Vista to set up the printer using WPS, refer to the documentation that came with the operating system. Note: Lexmark recommends that you use the installation software on the CD that shipped with the printer to configure it for wireless access.

  • Page 55: Where Do I Find My Ssid

    What types of wireless network security are available? The wireless printer supports four security options: no security, WEP, WPA, and WPA2. No Security It is not recommended to use no security at all on a home wireless network. Using no security means that anyone within range of your wireless network can use your network resources—including Internet access, if your wireless...

  • Page 56: How Do I Find Out What Type Of Security My Network Is Using

    Wired network example • A desktop computer, a laptop, and a printer are connected by Ethernet cables to a hub, router, or switch. • The network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or cable modem.
  • Page 57 All computers and printers connect to the network using a wireless access point or wireless router. • The wireless access point connects the network to the Internet through a DSL or cable modem. Installing the printer on a wireless network (selected models only) Internet Internet...

  • Page 58: Why Do I Need An Installation Cable

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

  • Page 59: How Do I Attach The Installation Cable

    How do I attach the installation cable? The installation cable attaches to a USB port on the computer and to the square connector on the back of the printer. This connection allows you to configure the printer for a networked or locally attached installation.

  • Page 60: Finding The Signal Strength

    Requirements for all devices Unique IP address for each device Same SSID Lexmark recommends setting up a network in infrastructure mode using the installation CD that came with the printer. Infrastructure mode is the recommended setup method because it offers: •...

  • Page 61: How Can I Improve Wireless Signal Strength

    OVE THE PRINTER CLOSER TO THE WIRELESS ACCESS POINT If the printer is too far away from the access point, it will not be able to communicate with other devices on the network. For most indoor wireless networks, the maximum distance between the access point and the printer is approximately 100 feet (30 meters).

  • Page 62: Can I Use My Printer On A Usb And A Network Connection At The Same Time

    If your network uses MAC address filtering, be sure to add the MAC address of the printer to the list of allowed devices.

  • Page 63: What Is An Ip Address

    This is called MAC filtering. If MAC filtering is enabled in your access point (router) and you want to add a printer to your network, the MAC address of the printer must be included in the MAC filter list.

  • Page 64: How Are Ip Addresses Assigned

    How are IP addresses assigned? An IP address may be assigned automatically by the network using DHCP. Once the printer is set up on a computer, the computer sends all print jobs across the network to the printer using this address.
  • Page 65 Select the same key index on your printer as you are using on your wireless access point. Installing the printer on a wireless network (selected models only)

  • Page 66: Loading Paper

    If you are using specialty paper, you follow the instructions that came with it. • You do not force paper into the printer. Before loading paper the first time, press down on the paper adjustment lever to extend the paper guides.
  • Page 67 The print side of the labels faces you. • The top of the label sheets feeds into the printer first. • The adhesive on the labels does not extend to within 1 mm of the edge of the label sheets.

  • Page 68: Iron-On Transfers

    • The rough side of the transparencies faces you. • If the transparencies have a removable strip, each strip faces away from you and down toward the printer. • The transparencies are loaded in the center of the paper support.

  • Page 69: Banner Paper

    You tear off only the number of pages needed to print the banner. • You place the required stack of banner paper on a flat surface behind the printer. • The leading edge of the banner paper feeds into the printer first.

  • Page 70: Loading Original Documents On The Scanner Glass

    Note: Place photos, postcards, small items, thin items (such as magazine clippings), and three-dimensional objects on the scanner glass instead of in the ADF. Make sure the computer and the printer are on. Open the top cover. Place the original document facedown on the scanner glass in the upper left corner.

  • Page 71: Loading Original Documents Into The Automatic Document Feeder

    Close the top cover to avoid dark edges on the scanned image. Loading original documents into the Automatic Document Feeder You can load up to 25 sheets of an original document into the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) for scanning, copying, and faxing. You can load A4-, letter-, or legal-size paper into the ADF. Notes: •...
  • Page 72 Load the original document faceup and top edge first into the ADF until you hear a beep. The document feeds into the ADF. Note: Preview is not supported when using the ADF. You can preview one page at a time when using the scanner. Loading paper...

  • Page 73: 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 74: Printing

    Click Print. Printing Web pages If you chose to install the Lexmark Toolbar software for your Web browser, then you can use it to create a printer-friendly version of any Web page. Notes: •...

  • Page 75: Printing Multiple Copies Of A Document

    With a document open, click File Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. From the Copies section of the Print Setup tab, enter the number of copies that you want to print. Click OK to close any printer software dialogs. Click OK or Print. Using Macintosh With a document open, click File From the Printer pop-up menu, choose the printer.

  • Page 76: Printing The Last Page First (Reverse

    In the Copies field, enter the number of copies that you want to print, and then select Collated. Click Print. Note: To prevent smudging when printing photos, remove each photo as it exits the printer, and then let it dry before stacking.

  • Page 77: Printing Documents From A Memory Card Or Flash Drive

    Detected appears on the printer control panel display. If only document files are stored on the memory device, then the printer automatically switches to File Print mode. If document files and image files are stored on the memory device, then press Do one of the following: Print.

  • Page 78: Printing Specialty Documents

    • 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. • Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper—A high-quality photo paper specifically designed for Lexmark inkjet...

  • Page 79: Printing Envelopes

    Select an orientation. Click OK. Customize the settings as needed in the Print dialog. With a document open, click File From the Printer pop-up menu, choose the printer that you want to use. Click Print. Notes: • Most envelopes use landscape orientation.

  • Page 80: Printing On Custom-Size Paper

    Note: Labels require more drying time. Remove each label sheet as it exits, and then allow it to dry to avoid ink smudging. Printing on custom-size paper Before beginning these instructions, load the custom-size paper in the printer. For more information, see the “Loading Paper” chapter. Using Windows With a document open, click File Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

  • Page 81: Managing Print Jobs

    Click +. In the Page Size menu, type the Width and Height of the paper. From the Printer Margins pop-up menu, choose the printer that you want to use. The margins are set by the printer. If you want to set the margins, choose User defined, and then type the margins in the Printer Margins area.

  • Page 82: Resuming Print Jobs

    If you want to pause a particular print job, choose the document name, and then click Hold. • If you want to pause all print jobs in the queue, click Pause Printer or Stop Jobs, depending on the operating system version that you are using.

  • Page 83: Canceling Print Jobs

    If you want to resume a particular print job, choose the document name, and then click Resume. • If you want to resume all print jobs in the queue, then click Resume Printer. Using Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier From the menu bar, click Go The Printer List dialog appears.
  • Page 84 If you want to cancel a particular print job, right-click the document name, and then select Cancel. • If you want to cancel all print jobs in the queue, click Printer Using the taskbar in Windows Double-click the printer icon in the taskbar.

  • Page 85: Working With Photos

    Insert the card with the brand name label facing up. • If there is an arrow on the card, make sure it points toward the printer. • If needed, make sure you connect the memory card to the adapter that came with it before inserting it into the slot.

  • Page 86: Inserting A Flash Drive

    Wait for the light located near the top memory card slot on the printer to come on. The light blinks to indicate the memory card is being read or is transmitting data. Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch cables, any network adapter, any connector, the memory card, or the printer in the area shown while actively printing, reading, or writing from the memory card.

  • Page 87: Printing Photos

    Note: The printer recognizes one active media device at a time. If you insert more than one media device, a message appears on the display prompting you to designate the device you want the printer to recognize. Printing photos Printing photos using the printer control panel Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you.

  • Page 88: Printing Photos From The Computer Using The Printer Software

    Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. Select Lexmark Productivity Studio. Note: This program may not appear in your printer program folder, depending on whether you chose to install it with the printer software during installation.

  • Page 89: Usb Connection

    Press If you are using Windows: If you installed Lexmark Productivity Studio, then it launches when you insert the memory device. Follow the instructions on the computer screen to transfer the photos to the computer, and then use the programs installed on the computer to print the photos.

  • Page 90: Printing Photos From A Pictbridge-Enabled Digital Camera

    PictBridge is a technology available in most digital cameras that lets you print directly from your digital camera without using a computer. You can connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera to the printer, and use the camera to control printing photos.

  • Page 91: Printing Photos Stored On A Memory Device Using The Proof Sheet

    Notes: • If you insert the camera while the printer is performing another job, wait for the job to finish before printing from the camera. • To use the camera to control printing photos, see the instructions in the camera documentation.

  • Page 92: Printing Photos From A Digital Camera Using Dpof

    The printer recognizes these settings when you insert the memory card into the printer or connect the camera to the printer.

  • Page 93: Scanning

    If you choose to send the scanned image to the computer: Press Wait until the printer has finished downloading the scan applications list. Press the arrow buttons until the application that you want appears, and then press Use the arrow buttons to select the quality and original image size, and then press a selection.
  • Page 94 If your printer has a numeric keypad, enter the PIN using the keypad, and then press – If your printer does not have a numeric keypad, use the arrow buttons to decrease or increase the value for each digit (the default value is 0000) in the PIN, and then press digit.

  • Page 95: Scanning Color Or Black-And-White Original Documents

    Close the top cover to avoid dark edges on the scanned image. From the Finder desktop, double-click the printer folder. Double-click XXXX Series Center, where XXXX is the printer series. From the “What is being scanned?” menu, choose the type of document to be scanned.

  • Page 96: Scanning To A Computer Over A Network

    If your printer has a numeric keypad, enter the PIN using the keypad, and then press • If your printer does not have a numeric keypad, use the arrow buttons to decrease or increase the value for each digit (the default value is 0000) in the PIN, and then press Wait until the printer has finished downloading the scan applications list.
  • Page 97 Using Windows To cancel a scan job started in the Lexmark Productivity Studio, click Stop on the computer screen. Using Macintosh To cancel a scan job started in the Lexmark All-in-One Center, click Cancel on the computer screen. Scanning...

  • Page 98: Copying

    Press Note: Make sure you loaded a photo paper into the printer. Note: To prevent smudging or scratching, avoid touching the printed surface with your fingers or sharp objects. For best results, remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray, and allow the prints to dry at least 24 hours before stacking, displaying, or storing.

  • Page 99: Adjusting Copy Quality

    Press • If you select Borderless, then the printer will reduce or enlarge the document or photo as necessary to print a borderless copy on the paper size that you selected. For best results with this resize setting, use photo paper and set the paper type selection to Photo, or let the printer automatically detect the paper type.

  • Page 100: Collating Copies Using The Printer Control Panel

    Load the next page of the original document facedown on the scanner glass, and then press Repeat steps 8 and 9 until all the pages that you want to copy have been saved to the printer memory. When prompted if you want to scan another page, press the arrow buttons until No appears, and then press to start printing the copies.

  • Page 101: Repeating An Image On One Page

    Note: If you are copying four pages in landscape format, scan pages 3 and 4 first, and then scan pages 1 and 2. Press to save the image of the page to the printer memory. When prompted if you want to scan another page, press Load the next page of the original document facedown on the scanner glass, and then press to choose Yes.

  • Page 102: Canceling A Copy Job

    Repeat steps 7 and 8 until all the pages that you want to copy have been saved to the printer memory. When asked if you want to scan another page, press the arrow buttons until No appears, and then press start printing.

  • Page 103: Faxing

    The manual dialing feature lets you dial a telephone number while listening to the call through a speaker on the printer. It is useful when you must navigate an automated answering system or enter a calling card number before sending your fax.

  • Page 104: Sending A Broadcast Fax At A Scheduled Time

    From the printer control panel, press Dialtone. You can now hear the dial tone of the telephone line. Note: The Dialtone button will be active only when the fax modem is idle, or when the printer is not sending or receiving a fax.

  • Page 105: Receiving A Fax

    Press the arrow buttons until Pick-up On appears, and then press Press the arrow buttons until the setting that you want appears, and then press When the number of rings you set is detected, the printer automatically receives the incoming fax. Receiving a fax manually Make sure the printer is on and is connected to a working telephone line.

  • Page 106: Forwarding Faxes

    Set the answering machine to answer incoming calls before the printer does. For example, if you set the answering machine to answer calls after three rings, set the printer to answer calls after five rings. Forwarding faxes Use the fax-forwarding feature if you are going to be away, but still want to receive your faxes. There are three fax-forwarding values or settings: •...

  • Page 107: Setting Up A Dialing Prefix

    Caller ID is a service provided by some telephone companies that identifies the telephone number (and possibly the name) of the person who is calling. If you subscribe to this service, it works with the printer. When you receive a fax, the telephone number of the person who is sending you the fax appears on the display.

  • Page 108: Setting A Fax Manual Answer Code

    Setting up to fax while behind a PBX If the printer is being used in a business or office, it may be connected to a Private Branch Exchange (PBX) telephone system. Ordinarily, when dialing a fax number, the printer waits to recognize the dial tone and then dials the fax number.

  • Page 109: Printing Fax Activity Reports

    Press the arrow buttons until Print Reports appears, and then press Press the up or down arrow button until Settings List is highlighted, and then press The user default settings list prints, which lists each fax setting in the printer, the value it is set to, and its factory default.

  • Page 110: Blocking Unwanted Changes To Fax Settings

    Note: This feature is available only when there are blocked fax entries. Blocking unwanted changes to fax settings This feature blocks network users from changing the fax settings of the printer. From the printer control panel, press Press the arrow buttons until Device Setup appears, and then press...

  • Page 111: Maintaining The Printer

    Maintaining print cartridges Installing print cartridges Open the printer, and then press down on the cartridge carrier levers. Remove the used print cartridge or cartridges. If you are installing new print cartridges, remove the tape from the back and bottom of the color cartridge, insert the cartridge in the right carrier, and then close the color cartridge carrier lid.

  • Page 112: Removing A Used Print Cartridge

    Warning—Potential Damage: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the bottom of the cartridge. Close the printer, making sure to keep your hands out from underneath the scanner unit. Removing a used print cartridge Make sure the printer is on.

  • Page 113: Refilling Print Cartridges

    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. For best results, use Lexmark supplies.

  • Page 114: Aligning Print Cartridges

    • If you are using the printer without a computer, press Cancel. Lexmark's warranty does not cover damage caused by non-Lexmark ink or print cartridges. Aligning print cartridges Using the printer control panel Load plain Letter-size paper. From the printer control panel, press Press the arrow buttons until Align Cartridges appears, and then press An alignment page prints.

  • Page 115: Checking Ink Levels

    Check the ink level of the color cartridge. Install a new cartridge if necessary. Press If a black cartridge is included in the box contents, and if you have installed a black cartridge in the printer, then press the arrow buttons until Black Ink appears, and then press Check the ink level of the black cartridge.

  • Page 116: Wiping The Print Cartridge Nozzles And Contacts

    Using Windows Use the Lexmark Service Center to check the ink levels of the cartridges. Do one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click • In Windows XP and earlier, click Start. Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.

  • Page 117: Preserving The Print Cartridges

    Keep new cartridges in their packaging until you are ready to install them. • Do not remove a cartridge from the printer except to replace, clean, or store it in an airtight container. The cartridges do not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period of time.

  • Page 118: Ordering Supplies

    Warning—Potential Damage: Do not use household cleaners or detergents, as they may damage the finish of the printer. Wipe only the outside of the printer, making sure to remove any ink residue that has accumulated on the paper exit tray.

  • Page 119: Ordering Paper And Other Supplies

    Ordering paper and other supplies To purchase supplies or to locate a dealer near you, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. For best results when printing photos or other high-quality images, use Lexmark Photo Paper or Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper and Lexmark print cartridges.
  • Page 120 Enter the time, and then press Enter a fax number and fax name, and then press Initial Setup Complete appears on the display. Maintaining the printer...

  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    These are possible solutions. Try one of the following: HANGE THE LANGUAGE SELECTION DURING INITIAL SETUP During initial setup, and every time you reset the printer to factory default settings, you will be asked to select a language. To select a language, press the arrow buttons until the language that you want appears on the display, and then...

  • Page 122: Power Button Is Not Lit

    Software did not install If you encountered problems while installing, or if your printer does not appear in the list in the Printers folder or as a printer option when sending a print job, you can try uninstalling and reinstalling the software.

  • Page 123: Page Does Not Print

    HECK POWER If the light is not on, then make sure that the power cord is properly connected to the printer and plugged into a known working electrical outlet that other electrical devices have been using. EMOVE AND THEN RELOAD PAPER HECK INK Check the ink levels, and then install new print cartridges if necessary.
  • Page 124 • Make sure no check mark appears next to Pause Printing. • If a check mark does not appear next to Set As Default Printer, then you must select the printer for each file that you want to print. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 125 If you want to resume all print jobs in the queue, then click Start Jobs. • If the printer is not in bold, then it is not the default printer. You must select the printer for each file that you want to print.

  • Page 126: Solving Printer Power Problems

    EMOVE AND REINSTALL THE SOFTWARE If you encountered problems while installing, or if your printer does not appear in the printers folder or as a printer option when sending a print job, then try uninstalling and reinstalling the software. Solving printer power problems The printer and the computer cannot exchange data.

  • Page 127: Enabling The Usb Port In Windows

    Insert the installation CD, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen to reinstall the software. If the software still does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to check for the latest software. In all countries or regions except the United States, select your country or region.

  • Page 128: Wireless Troubleshooting

    If your network has Internet access, try connecting to the Internet over a wireless connection. • The printer is within the range of the wireless network. For most networks, the printer should be within 100 feet (30 meters) of the wireless access point (wireless router). • The Wi-Fi indicator light is lit.

  • Page 129: Printing A Network Setup Page

    Printing a network setup page A network setup page lists the configuration settings of the printer, including the IP address and MAC address of the printer. You can print a network setup page only if your printer has an internal wireless print server.

  • Page 130: Why Isn't My Printer In This List

    Why isn't my printer in this list? When you are attempting to set up a wireless printer on another computer, the printer may not appear in the list of printers available on your network. If this happens, check the following:...

  • Page 131: Cannot Print Over Wireless Network

    If the SSIDs are the same, then the computer and the printer are connected to the same wireless network. If the SSIDs are not the same, then run the Lexmark Wireless Setup Utility again to set up the printer on the wireless network used by the computer.
  • Page 132 Print a network setup page. Refer to the documentation that came with your printer for details on printing a network setup page. Make sure the SSID the printer is using matches the wireless network SSID. If you are not sure how to find the network SSID, use one of the following: Using Windows Type the IP address of the wireless access point in the address field of your Web browser.
  • Page 133 In Mac OS X version 10.4 and earlier From the menu bar, click Go From the Applications folder, double-click Internet Connect. From the toolbar, click AirPort. The SSID of the network the computer is connected to is displayed in the Network pop-up menu. Write down the SSID.

  • Page 134: Cannot Print And There Is A Firewall On The Computer

    ISCONNECT FROM SESSION When you are connected to another network through a VPN connection, you will not be able to access the printer over your wireless network. End your VPN session and try printing again. HECK YOUR ADVANCED SECURITY SETTINGS •...

  • Page 135: Wi-Fi Indicator Light Is Green But The Printer Does Not Print (Windows Only)

    Close the Printers or Printers and Faxes window and try printing again. ELECT THE WIRELESS PRINTER You may need to select the wireless printer from your computer to use the printer wirelessly. Do one of the following: In Windows Vista Click Click Control Panel.
  • Page 136 Click Start. Click Settings Printers. Right-click the printer named Lexmark XXXX Series (Network), where XXXX is the model number of your printer. Select Use Printer Online from the menu. Close the Printers or Printers and Faxes window and try printing again.

  • Page 137: Wi-Fi Indicator Light Is Blinking Orange During Installation (Windows Only)

    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, its distance from the wireless access point (wireless router), or until its settings are changed.
  • Page 138 ADDRESS If your network uses MAC address filtering, make sure that you include the MAC address of the printer in the MAC address filter list. This will allow the printer to operate on the network. For more information, see “How do I find the MAC address?”...
  • Page 139 Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. Click Tools Lexmark Wireless Setup Utility. Note: You may be prompted to connect the printer to the computer again using the installation cable as part of the setup process. Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

  • Page 140: Wi-Fi Indicator Light Is Blinking Orange During Installation (Macintosh Only)

    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, its distance from the wireless access point (wireless router), or until its settings are changed.
  • Page 141 HECK THE ADDRESS If your network uses MAC address filtering, make sure that you include the MAC address of the printer in the MAC address filter list. This will allow the printer to operate on the network. ING THE ACCESS POINT TO MAKE SURE THE NETWORK IS WORKING Check the AirPort status and, if you do not already know it, find the IP address of the wireless access point.

  • Page 142: Wi-Fi Indicator Light Is Still Orange

    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. HECK SECURITY KEYS...

  • Page 143: Wireless Print Server Not Installed

    IP addresses. For more information on locating IP addresses, refer to “How do I locate IP addresses?” on page 63. If the printer and/or the laptop does not have an IP address, or if either has an address of 169.254.x.y (where x and y are any two numbers between 0 and 255): Shut down the device that does not have a valid IP address (the laptop, the printer, or both).

  • Page 144: Communication With Printer Lost When Connected To Virtual Private Network (Vpn)

    If an error message is displayed, follow the instructions on the error message dialog. HECK POWER If the light is not on, then make sure that the power cord is properly connected to the printer and plugged into a known working electrical outlet that other electrical devices have been using. HECK CABLE CONNECTIONS Make sure that the cable connections for the following hardware are secure, if applicable: •...
  • Page 145 If none exists, consider installing an analog telephone line for the fax machine. For more information on faxing when using a PBX telephone service, see the instructions for setting up the printer to fax while behind a PBX. ERIFY DIAL TONE •...

  • Page 146: Can Send But Not Receive Faxes

    HECK COUNTRY CODE Make sure the country code has been set for the country or region where you are operating the printer: From the printer control panel, press Press the arrow buttons until Device Setup appears, and then press Press the arrow buttons until Country appears, and then press Check the country or region on the display.

  • Page 147: Can Receive But Not Send Faxes

    See the instructions for sending a fax while listening to a call (on hook dial). • Check the Dial Method setting: Listen for a dial tone. If you hear a dial tone but the printer hangs up without dialing, this means it did not recognize the dial tone. From the printer control panel, press Press the arrow buttons until Fax Setup appears, and then press on the printer control panel.

  • Page 148: Printer Receives A Blank Fax

    Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary. ECREASE THE TRANSMISSION SPEED From the printer control panel, press Press the arrow buttons until Fax Setup appears, and then press Press the arrow buttons until Dialing and Sending appears, and then press Troubleshooting to save the setting.

  • Page 149: Caller Id Information Is Not Displayed

    PATTERN MAY NOT BE SET CORRECTLY The printer supports two distinct Caller ID patterns: Pattern 1 (FSK) and Pattern 2 (DTMF). Depending on the country or region you live in and the telecommunications company you subscribe to, you may need to switch the pattern for the printer to display Caller ID information.

  • Page 150: Remote Fax Error

    These are possible causes and solutions. Try one or more of the following: HANGE REDIAL SETTINGS The printer automatically redials three times at two-minute intervals. You can change the default settings to redial up to five times at intervals up to eight minutes.

  • Page 151: Phone Line Error

    These are possible causes and solutions. Try one or more of the following: EVIEW DIGITAL PHONE SERVICE CHECKLIST The fax modem is an analog device. Certain devices can be connected to the printer so that digital telephone services can be used.

  • Page 152: Failed To Connect

    See the instructions for sending a fax while listening to a call (on hook dial). • Check the Dial Method setting: Listen for a dial tone. If you hear a dial tone but the printer hangs up without dialing, this means it did not recognize the dial tone. From the printer control panel, press...

  • Page 153: Notices

    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.

  • Page 154: United States Government Rights

    This software and any accompanying documentation provided under this agreement are commercial computer software and documentation developed exclusively at private expense. Trademarks Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. evercolor and PerfectFinish are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc.

  • Page 155: Exposure To Radio Frequency Radiation

    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 156: 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 157 Hereby, Lexmark International, Inc., declares that this type of equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Español Por medio de la presente, Lexmark International, Inc. declara que este producto cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

  • Page 158: Noise Emission Levels

    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. Italiano Con la presente Lexmark International, Inc. dichiara che questo questo prodotto è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

  • Page 159: Product Disposal

    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. Consult your local authorities for disposal and recycling options.

  • Page 160: Notice To Users Of The Canadian Telephone Network

    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.

  • Page 161: Notice To Users Of The New Zealand Telephone Network

    Avis réservé aux utilisateurs du réseau téléphonique du Canada Ce produit est conforme aux spécifications techniques d’Industrie Canada. Le numéro REN (ringer equivalence number : numéro d’équivalence de sonnerie) fournit une indication du nombre maximum de terminaux pouvant être connectés à l’interface téléphonique. En bout de ligne, le nombre d’appareils qui peuvent être connectés n’est pas directement limité, mais la somme des REN de ces appareils ne doit pas dépasser cinq.

  • Page 162: Using This Product In Switzerland

    Using this product in Switzerland This product requires a Swiss billing tone filter (Lexmark part number 14B5109 or 80D1877) 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.

  • Page 163: 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 164 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 165 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 has...
  • Page 166 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 167 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 168: Index

    85 cartridges, print aligning 114 cleaning 114 installing 111 ordering 118 preserving 117 removing 112 using genuine Lexmark 113 wiping 116 changing default settings 28 Power Saver timeout 28 temporary settings 28 changing wireless settings after installation (Mac) 48...
  • Page 169 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) 71 loading on scanner glass 70, 93 making color or black-and-white scan 95 printing 74 scanning using the printer control panel 93 duplex cover 20 emission notices 154, 155, 156, 157, 158 enlarging an image 98...
  • Page 170 WEP keys 64 N9UF Box 47 network connection with USB 62 network printer installing 64 network printer does not show up in printer selection list during installation (Windows) 130 network scanning 96 network security 56 network setup page printing 129...
  • Page 171 114 cleaning 114 installing 111 ordering 118 preserving 117 refilling 113 removing 112 using genuine Lexmark 113 wiping 116 print jobs, canceling 83 print jobs, resuming 82 printer setting up without a computer 13 printer cannot connect to wireless...
  • Page 172 135, 144 wireless installation will not continue after attaching USB cable 129 wireless network adding a printer to existing ad hoc network 53 common home configurations 56 creating an ad hoc network using Macintosh 51 creating an ad hoc network using...
  • Page 173 (Windows) 130 printer cannot connect to wireless network 131 Wi-Fi indicator light is blinking orange 137, 140 Wi-Fi indicator light is not lit 134 Wi-Fi indicator light is still...

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