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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...
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...
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Cleaning Inside the Printer 122 Cleaning the Color Toner Density (CTD) Sensor . . . . 125 Adjusting Color Registration 126 Performing Auto Correct 127 Printing the Color Registration Chart 127 Determining Values ... Location of Paper Jams 132 Clearing Paper Jams From the Front of the Printer . . . 133 Clearing Paper Jams From the Back of the Printer . . . 134 Clearing Paper Jams From the Output Tray 136 Troubleshooting 139 18 Troubleshooting 141 Basic Printer Problems 141 Display Problems 141 Printing Problems 142 Print Quality Problems 143 The...
Cleaning Inside the Printer 122 Cleaning the Color Toner Density (CTD) Sensor . . . . 125 Adjusting Color Registration 126 Performing Auto Correct 127 Printing the Color Registration Chart 127 Determining Values ... Location of Paper Jams 132 Clearing Paper Jams From the Front of the Printer . . . 133 Clearing Paper Jams From the Back of the Printer . . . 134 Clearing Paper Jams From the Output Tray 136 Troubleshooting 139 18 Troubleshooting 141 Basic Printer Problems 141 Display Problems 141 Printing Problems 142 Print Quality Problems 143 The...
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... in the United States and/or other than its own. Reproduction of Dell Inc.; The terms and conditions upon which Microsoft is strictly forbidden. Dell Inc. The printer software uses some of your printer. Information in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the ...marks and names or their products. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo are either potential damage to...
... in the United States and/or other than its own. Reproduction of Dell Inc.; The terms and conditions upon which Microsoft is strictly forbidden. Dell Inc. The printer software uses some of your printer. Information in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the ...marks and names or their products. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo are either potential damage to...
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...File on the toolbar. To locate the Service Tag of your desktop. If you cannot find the icon on your Dell printer Service Tag ready. Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide 15 b Click the file DLRMM.EXE. For best service, have your desktop, follow the procedure ...(create shortcut) on the submenu that appears. 2 Visit the Dell Printer Supplies website at www.dell.com/supplies, or order Dell printer supplies by phone. 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 ...
...File on the toolbar. To locate the Service Tag of your desktop. If you cannot find the icon on your Dell printer Service Tag ready. Dell™ 1250c Color Printer User's Guide 15 b Click the file DLRMM.EXE. For best service, have your desktop, follow the procedure ...(create shortcut) on the submenu that appears. 2 Visit the Dell Printer Supplies website at www.dell.com/supplies, or order Dell printer supplies by phone. 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 ...
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...changes to install/re-install drivers or access your printer. Finding Information NOTE: The USB cable is not shipped with your printer or advanced technical reference material for your setup video and documentation. You can use my printer The Drivers and Utilities CD contains setup video,... documentation, and drivers for experienced users or technicians. Quick Reference Guide Finding Information 17 What are you looking for? • Drivers for my printer • My User's Guide Find...
...changes to install/re-install drivers or access your printer. Finding Information NOTE: The USB cable is not shipped with your printer or advanced technical reference material for your setup video and documentation. You can use my printer The Drivers and Utilities CD contains setup video,... documentation, and drivers for experienced users or technicians. Quick Reference Guide Finding Information 17 What are you looking for? • Drivers for my printer • My User's Guide Find...
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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 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.
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...access help tools and information. Select your printer. • Latest drivers for my printer Go to support.dell.com • Answers to technical service and support questions support.dell.com provides several online tools, • Documentation for components, such as printer driver • Customer Care - Finding ... Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses • Upgrades - Upgrade information for my printer including: • Solutions - What are located inside the side door of your region, and fill in the requested details to ...
...access help tools and information. Select your printer. • Latest drivers for my printer Go to support.dell.com • Answers to technical service and support questions support.dell.com provides several online tools, • Documentation for components, such as printer driver • Customer Care - Finding ... Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses • Upgrades - Upgrade information for my printer including: • Solutions - What are located inside the side door of your region, and fill in the requested details to ...
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... the Layout tab (N-up Print enables you to print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper manually. For more information, see "Manual Duplex Printing (Windows Printer Driver Only)" on page 81. This feature allows you to reduce the paper consumption. This feature allows you to reduce the paper consumption. For more...
... the Layout tab (N-up Print enables you to print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper manually. For more information, see "Manual Duplex Printing (Windows Printer Driver Only)" on page 81. This feature allows you to reduce the paper consumption. This feature allows you to reduce the paper consumption. For more...
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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. Operator Panel For more information on the operator panel, see the operating instructions supplied with the Kensington lock. 26 About the Printer Attach the Kensington lock to the security slot on page 69. Security slot For details, see "Operator Panel" on your printer from theft, you can use the optional Kensington lock.
Securing the Printer To protect your printer. Operator Panel For more information on the operator panel, see the operating instructions supplied with the Kensington lock. 26 About the Printer Attach the Kensington lock to the security slot on page 69. Security slot For details, see "Operator Panel" on your printer from theft, you can use the optional Kensington lock.
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... web site. c Enter the Service Tag, and then click OK. The Dell 1250c Color Printer - Dell supplies web site appears. You can order consumables from the Select Reorder URL list. Dell Supplies Management System screen appears. The Dell Supplies Management System window appears. 2 Select your printer. The Service Tag is located inside the toner access cover of...
... web site. c Enter the Service Tag, and then click OK. The Dell 1250c Color Printer - Dell supplies web site appears. You can order consumables from the Select Reorder URL list. Dell Supplies Management System screen appears. The Dell Supplies Management System window appears. 2 Select your printer. The Service Tag is located inside the toner access cover of...
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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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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. 2 Connect the smaller USB connector into the USB port at the back of the printer. 3 Connect the other end of the... cable into a USB port of the computer. Turning On the Printer CAUTION: Do not use extension cords or power strips. 32 Connecting Your Printer • Windows Server® 2003 • Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition • Windows Server 2008 • Windows Server 2008 ...
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. 2 Connect the smaller USB connector into the USB port at the back of the printer. 3 Connect the other end of the... cable into a USB port of the computer. Turning On the Printer CAUTION: Do not use extension cords or power strips. 32 Connecting Your Printer • Windows Server® 2003 • Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition • Windows Server 2008 • Windows Server 2008 ...
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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.