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Contents Before Beginning 11 A Notes, Notices, and Cautions 13 1 Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide . 15 2 Finding Information 17 3 Product Features 21 4 About the Printer 23 Front View 23 Rear View 24 Space Requirements 25 Operator Panel 26 Securing the Printer 26 Ordering Supplies 27 Setting Up Printer (Printer Setup 29 Contents 1
Contents Before Beginning 11 A Notes, Notices, and Cautions 13 1 Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide . 15 2 Finding Information 17 3 Product Features 21 4 About the Printer 23 Front View 23 Rear View 24 Space Requirements 25 Operator Panel 26 Securing the Printer 26 Ordering Supplies 27 Setting Up Printer (Printer Setup 29 Contents 1
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... Running Windows 41 Inserting the Drivers and Utility CD 41 Installing Printer Driver 41 For installing host-based printer driver 41 For installing XML Paper Specification (XPS) printer driver 41 8 Installing Printer Drivers on Computers Running Macintosh 45 Installing the Drivers and Software 45 Adding a Printer on Mac OS X 10.5 or Later Version(s) 45 Adding...
... Running Windows 41 Inserting the Drivers and Utility CD 41 Installing Printer Driver 41 For installing host-based printer driver 41 For installing XML Paper Specification (XPS) printer driver 41 8 Installing Printer Drivers on Computers Running Macintosh 45 Installing the Drivers and Software 45 Adding a Printer on Mac OS X 10.5 or Later Version(s) 45 Adding...
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... to Print 79 Canceling a Print Job 80 Canceling From the Operator Panel 80 Canceling a Job From the Computer Running Windows 80 Manual Duplex Printing (Windows Printer Driver Only) 81 Printing a Report Page 82 Printing a Printer Settings Page 82 The Operator Panel 83 The Tool Box 83...
... to Print 79 Canceling a Print Job 80 Canceling From the Operator Panel 80 Canceling a Job From the Computer Running Windows 80 Manual Duplex Printing (Windows Printer Driver Only) 81 Printing a Report Page 82 Printing a Printer Settings Page 82 The Operator Panel 83 The Tool Box 83...
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13 Understanding the Tool Box Menus . . . . 87 Printer Settings Report 87 Printer Information 87 Menu Settings 88 Reports 89 Printer Maintenance 90 System Settings 90 Paper Density 92 Adjust BTR 92 Adjust Fuser 93 Color Registration Adjustment 94 Adjust Altitude 95 Reset Defaults 96 Non-Dell Toner 96 BTR Refresh Mode 97 Diagnosis 97 Chart Print...
13 Understanding the Tool Box Menus . . . . 87 Printer Settings Report 87 Printer Information 87 Menu Settings 88 Reports 89 Printer Maintenance 90 System Settings 90 Paper Density 92 Adjust BTR 92 Adjust Fuser 93 Color Registration Adjustment 94 Adjust Altitude 95 Reset Defaults 96 Non-Dell Toner 96 BTR Refresh Mode 97 Diagnosis 97 Chart Print...
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... Density (CTD) Sensor . . . . 125 Adjusting Color Registration 126 Performing Auto Correct 127 Printing the Color Registration Chart 127 Determining Values 128 Entering Values 129 17 Clearing Jams 131 Avoiding Jams 131 Identifying the Location of Paper Jams 132 Clearing Paper Jams From the Front of the Printer . . . 133 Clearing Paper Jams From the...
... Density (CTD) Sensor . . . . 125 Adjusting Color Registration 126 Performing Auto Correct 127 Printing the Color Registration Chart 127 Determining Values 128 Entering Values 129 17 Clearing Jams 131 Avoiding Jams 131 Identifying the Location of Paper Jams 132 Clearing Paper Jams From the Front of the Printer . . . 133 Clearing Paper Jams From the...
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...indicates important information that helps you how to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Reproduction of your printer. XML Paper Specification (XPS): This product may be found at http://go.microsoft....com/fwlink/?LinkId=52369; ICC Profile (Little cms): Copyright© 1998-2004 Marti Maria. Dell Inc. All rights reserved. ...
...indicates important information that helps you how to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Reproduction of your printer. XML Paper Specification (XPS): This product may be found at http://go.microsoft....com/fwlink/?LinkId=52369; ICC Profile (Little cms): Copyright© 1998-2004 Marti Maria. Dell Inc. All rights reserved. ...
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...for information on page 19. c Click File on the submenu that appears. 2 Visit the Dell Printer Supplies website at www.dell.com/supplies, or order Dell printer supplies by phone. d Choose Send To from Dell: 1 Double-click the icon on page 17. b Click the file DLRMM.EXE. For...or supplies from the drop-down menu, and then click Desktop(create shortcut) on the toolbar. Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide 15 1 Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide Click the links to x:\abc\Dell Printers\Additional Color Software\Reorder, where x:\abc is the location where the...
...for information on page 19. c Click File on the submenu that appears. 2 Visit the Dell Printer Supplies website at www.dell.com/supplies, or order Dell printer supplies by phone. d Choose Send To from Dell: 1 Double-click the icon on page 17. b Click the file DLRMM.EXE. For...or supplies from the drop-down menu, and then click Desktop(create shortcut) on the toolbar. Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide 15 1 Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide Click the links to x:\abc\Dell Printers\Additional Color Software\Reorder, where x:\abc is the location where the...
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.... Quick Reference Guide Finding Information 17 Readme files may be included on your CD to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to your printer. What are you looking for? • Drivers for your setup video and documentation. You can use the CD to use my... printer The Drivers and Utilities CD contains setup video, documentation, and drivers for my printer • My User's Guide Find it here Drivers and Utilities CD 2 • How to install/re-install ...
.... Quick Reference Guide Finding Information 17 Readme files may be included on your CD to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to your printer. What are you looking for? • Drivers for your setup video and documentation. You can use the CD to use my... printer The Drivers and Utilities CD contains setup video, documentation, and drivers for my printer • My User's Guide Find it here Drivers and Utilities CD 2 • How to install/re-install ...
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What are you looking for? • Safety information • Warranty information Find it here Product Information Guide How to set up my printer CAUTION: Read and follow all safety instructions in your Product Information Guide prior to setting up and operating your printer. Setup diagram Troubleshooting "Troubleshooting" on page 141 18 Finding Information
What are you looking for? • Safety information • Warranty information Find it here Product Information Guide How to set up my printer CAUTION: Read and follow all safety instructions in your Product Information Guide prior to setting up and operating your printer. Setup diagram Troubleshooting "Troubleshooting" on page 141 18 Finding Information
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... and product specifications Go to technical service and support questions support.dell.com provides several online tools, • Documentation for my printer Go to support.dell.com • Answers to support.dell.com. Upgrade information for ? Select your printer. • Latest drivers for my printer including: • Solutions - What are located inside the side door of...
... and product specifications Go to technical service and support questions support.dell.com provides several online tools, • Documentation for my printer Go to support.dell.com • Answers to support.dell.com. Upgrade information for ? Select your printer. • Latest drivers for my printer including: • Solutions - What are located inside the side door of...
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... print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper manually. N-up Print) Manual Duplex Print is to reduce the paper consumption. For more information, see the printer driver's help. 3 Product Features This chapter describes the product features and indicates their links. 2-Sided (Manual Duplex Print) Multiple Up in the Layout tab (N-up... and back side of a single sheet of paper. This feature allows you to reduce the paper consumption. For more information, see "Manual Duplex Printing (Windows Printer Driver Only)" on page 81.
... print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper manually. N-up Print) Manual Duplex Print is to reduce the paper consumption. For more information, see the printer driver's help. 3 Product Features This chapter describes the product features and indicates their links. 2-Sided (Manual Duplex Print) Multiple Up in the Layout tab (N-up... and back side of a single sheet of paper. This feature allows you to reduce the paper consumption. For more information, see "Manual Duplex Printing (Windows Printer Driver Only)" on page 81.
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Front View 1 2 3 4 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 1 Operator Panel 3 Output Tray Extension 5 Toner Access Cover 7 Paper Width Guides 9 Front Cover 11 MPF Extension 2 Output Tray 4 Print Head Cleaning Rod 6 Power Switch 8 Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) 10 Length Guide 12 Paper Cover About the Printer 23 4 About the Printer This chapter provides an overview of your Dell™ 1250c Color Printer.
Front View 1 2 3 4 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 1 Operator Panel 3 Output Tray Extension 5 Toner Access Cover 7 Paper Width Guides 9 Front Cover 11 MPF Extension 2 Output Tray 4 Print Head Cleaning Rod 6 Power Switch 8 Multipurpose Feeder (MPF) 10 Length Guide 12 Paper Cover About the Printer 23 4 About the Printer This chapter provides an overview of your Dell™ 1250c Color Printer.
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Rear View 12 10 9 8 7 3 6 4 5 1 Wall Jack Connector 3 USB Port 5 Rear Cover 7 Paper Chute 9 Transfer Belt 2 Rear Cover Release Handle 4 Security Slot 6 Transfer Roller 8 Paper Feed Roller 10 Fuser Release Lever 24 About the Printer
Rear View 12 10 9 8 7 3 6 4 5 1 Wall Jack Connector 3 USB Port 5 Rear Cover 7 Paper Chute 9 Transfer Belt 2 Rear Cover Release Handle 4 Security Slot 6 Transfer Roller 8 Paper Feed Roller 10 Fuser Release Lever 24 About the Printer
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About the Printer 25 Space Requirements Place the printer at a location such that there is adequate space for using the printer feeder and covers. 69 mm/2.7 inches 225 mm/ 8.9 inches 100 mm/ 3.9 inches 295.5 mm/ 11.6 inches 394 mm/ 15.5 inches 300 mm/11.8 inches 307 mm/12.1 inches 329.5 mm/13 inches To avoid irregular screen image or malfunctioning of your printer, avoid placing the printer in direct sunlight with the front cover opened.
About the Printer 25 Space Requirements Place the printer at a location such that there is adequate space for using the printer feeder and covers. 69 mm/2.7 inches 225 mm/ 8.9 inches 100 mm/ 3.9 inches 295.5 mm/ 11.6 inches 394 mm/ 15.5 inches 300 mm/11.8 inches 307 mm/12.1 inches 329.5 mm/13 inches To avoid irregular screen image or malfunctioning of your printer, avoid placing the printer in direct sunlight with the front cover opened.
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Securing the Printer To protect your printer. Attach the Kensington lock to the security slot on your printer from theft, you can use the optional Kensington lock. Security slot For details, see "Operator Panel" on page 69. Operator Panel For more information on the operator panel, see the operating instructions supplied with the Kensington lock. 26 About the Printer
Securing the Printer To protect your printer. Attach the Kensington lock to the security slot on your printer from theft, you can use the optional Kensington lock. Security slot For details, see "Operator Panel" on page 69. Operator Panel For more information on the operator panel, see the operating instructions supplied with the Kensington lock. 26 About the Printer
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... 000 000 000 00 About the Printer 27 The Dell 1250c Color Printer - Dell Supplies Management System screen appears. The Dell Supplies Management System window appears. 2 Select your printer. Ordering Supplies You can also order toner cartridges by the following method: 1 Click Start All Programs Dell Printers Additional Color Laser Software Dell Supplies Management System. Enter the...
... 000 000 000 00 About the Printer 27 The Dell 1250c Color Printer - Dell Supplies Management System screen appears. The Dell Supplies Management System window appears. 2 Select your printer. Ordering Supplies You can also order toner cartridges by the following method: 1 Click Start All Programs Dell Printers Additional Color Laser Software Dell Supplies Management System. Enter the...
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If you order by phone, call the number that appears in the Order by Phone section. 28 About the Printer
If you order by phone, call the number that appears in the Order by Phone section. 28 About the Printer
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5 Connecting Your Printer Your Dell™ 1250c Color Printer interconnection cable must meet the following operating systems support USB connection: • Microsoft® Windows® XP • Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition Connecting Your Printer 31 USB Cable The following requirements: Connection type USB Connection specifications USB 2.0 compatible 1 1 USB Port Connecting Printer to Computer A local printer is a printer attached to your computer using the USB cable.
5 Connecting Your Printer Your Dell™ 1250c Color Printer interconnection cable must meet the following operating systems support USB connection: • Microsoft® Windows® XP • Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition Connecting Your Printer 31 USB Cable The following requirements: Connection type USB Connection specifications USB 2.0 compatible 1 1 USB Port Connecting Printer to Computer A local printer is a printer attached to your computer using the USB cable.
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... the USB port available on the keyboard. Turning On the Printer CAUTION: Do not use extension cords or power strips. 32 Connecting Your Printer NOTE: Do not connect the printer USB cable to a computer: 1 Ensure that the printer, computer, and any other attached devices are turned off and unplugged from the power source/outlet...
... the USB port available on the keyboard. Turning On the Printer CAUTION: Do not use extension cords or power strips. 32 Connecting Your Printer NOTE: Do not connect the printer USB cable to a computer: 1 Ensure that the printer, computer, and any other attached devices are turned off and unplugged from the power source/outlet...
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Connecting Your Printer 33 CAUTION: The printer should not be connected to a UPS system. 1 Connect the power cable to the wall jack connector on the back of your printer (see "Rear View" on page 24). 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the power source. 3 Turn on the printer.
Connecting Your Printer 33 CAUTION: The printer should not be connected to a UPS system. 1 Connect the power cable to the wall jack connector on the back of your printer (see "Rear View" on page 24). 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the power source. 3 Turn on the printer.