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Dell™ Laser Multi-Function Printer 1815dn Owner's Manual Look Inside For: • Preparing Your Multi-Function Printer • Understanding the Printer Software • Loading Print Media • Using Your Multi-Function Printer • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Installing Options • Contacting Dell Temporary www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Dell™ Laser Multi-Function Printer 1815dn Owner's Manual Look Inside For: • Preparing Your Multi-Function Printer • Understanding the Printer Software • Loading Print Media • Using Your Multi-Function Printer • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Installing Options • Contacting Dell Temporary www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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...or death. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this document to refer to either potential damage to hardware or loss of Dell Inc. Model Laser MFP 1815dn June 2006 NF 841 Rev. Information in trademarks and trade names other than its own...A00 5 Adobe and PhotoShop are registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. PaperPort is a registered trademark of your printer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks and ...
...or death. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this document to refer to either potential damage to hardware or loss of Dell Inc. Model Laser MFP 1815dn June 2006 NF 841 Rev. Information in trademarks and trade names other than its own...A00 5 Adobe and PhotoShop are registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. PaperPort is a registered trademark of your printer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks and ...
Owners Manual
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... 1 Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Menu and press Select ( ). 2 Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight the desired setting. 3 Press Select ( ) or select the displayed setting. Dell Laser MFP 1815dn Menu Functions 1. Advanced Fax Send Forward Rcv Forward Toll Save Junk Fax Setup 5. Reports Phone Book Sent Report RCV Report System Data Scheduled Jobs MSG... Save Toner Save Select Country Global Access Import Setting Export Setting 12. Machine Setup Machine ID Date&Time Clock Mode Language Preparing Your Multi-Function Printer 21
... 1 Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight Menu and press Select ( ). 2 Press Scroll ( or ) to highlight the desired setting. 3 Press Select ( ) or select the displayed setting. Dell Laser MFP 1815dn Menu Functions 1. Advanced Fax Send Forward Rcv Forward Toll Save Junk Fax Setup 5. Reports Phone Book Sent Report RCV Report System Data Scheduled Jobs MSG... Save Toner Save Select Country Global Access Import Setting Export Setting 12. Machine Setup Machine ID Date&Time Clock Mode Language Preparing Your Multi-Function Printer 21
Owners Manual
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... programs before uninstalling software, and restart your computer after completing the uninstall process. 1 From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs → DELL → DELL Printers → Dell Laser MFP 1815 → Dell MFP Software Uninstall. 2 Select the software you want to remove. 3 When your computer prompts you are removed from your computer. 4 Click OK...
... programs before uninstalling software, and restart your computer after completing the uninstall process. 1 From the Start menu, select Programs or All Programs → DELL → DELL Printers → Dell Laser MFP 1815 → Dell MFP Software Uninstall. 2 Select the software you want to remove. 3 When your computer prompts you are removed from your computer. 4 Click OK...
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... Paper Xerographic or business paper Card stock-maximum Index Bristol (grain long)a Tag Cover Card stock-maximum Index Bristol (grain short)a Tag Cover Transparencies Laser printer Print Media Weight Tray 1 and Optional Tray 2 60-90 g/m2 grain long (16-24 lb bond) - Polyester - Dual-web paper ... Pressure- Bypass Tray 60-135 g/m2 grain long (16 to 100% Weight- 24 lb cotton bonds a. Vinyl - sensitive area (must enter the printer first) Paper base (grain long) Envelopes 100% Cotton Sulfite, wood-free - Content Maximum or up to 36 lb bond) 120 g/m2 (31 ...
... Paper Xerographic or business paper Card stock-maximum Index Bristol (grain long)a Tag Cover Card stock-maximum Index Bristol (grain short)a Tag Cover Transparencies Laser printer Print Media Weight Tray 1 and Optional Tray 2 60-90 g/m2 grain long (16-24 lb bond) - Polyester - Dual-web paper ... Pressure- Bypass Tray 60-135 g/m2 grain long (16 to 100% Weight- 24 lb cotton bonds a. Vinyl - sensitive area (must enter the printer first) Paper base (grain long) Envelopes 100% Cotton Sulfite, wood-free - Content Maximum or up to 36 lb bond) 120 g/m2 (31 ...
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..., string ties, or metal folding bars. • Exposed flap adhesive. 5 sheets of labels in the bypass The label is designed for use with laser printers. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the width of the envelope. bypass tray • The rough side faces you print on transparencies..... 5 sheets of envelope in the bypass tray Make sure: The paper is designed for use with laser printers. • The stamp location is in the • The transparency is designed for use with laser printers. CAUTION: Make sure to open the rear cover when you . 46 Loading Print Media If not,...
..., string ties, or metal folding bars. • Exposed flap adhesive. 5 sheets of labels in the bypass The label is designed for use with laser printers. • Squeeze and slide the paper guide to the width of the envelope. bypass tray • The rough side faces you print on transparencies..... 5 sheets of envelope in the bypass tray Make sure: The paper is designed for use with laser printers. • The stamp location is in the • The transparency is designed for use with laser printers. CAUTION: Make sure to open the rear cover when you . 46 Loading Print Media If not,...
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...in to be stored in any text editing, word processing, or spreadsheet program. Scanning Use your Dell Laser MFP 1815 to convert pictures and text into editable images on your printer. If you prefer to use and edit the text in your computer. NOTE: PaperPort is ...recommended for the scanned document to your computer. Item Type Resolution Documents Documents of the application. Using Your Multi-Function Printer 57 After you install the software from the list of available applications. Or, you start scanning images using Network Scan, which allows...
...in to be stored in any text editing, word processing, or spreadsheet program. Scanning Use your Dell Laser MFP 1815 to convert pictures and text into editable images on your printer. If you prefer to use and edit the text in your computer. NOTE: PaperPort is ...recommended for the scanned document to your computer. Item Type Resolution Documents Documents of the application. Using Your Multi-Function Printer 57 After you install the software from the list of available applications. Or, you start scanning images using Network Scan, which allows...
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...Select ( ). 3 Adjust the document contrast and resolution to use. Receiving a Fax NOTE: The Dell Laser MFP 1815dn cannot receive color faxes. 1 Press Scroll ( or ) to receive and print received faxes. Your printer provides an additional option, Secure Receive, to highlight Fax and press Select ( ). For details ...Sending a Fax Manually 1 Load the document(s) face up with top edge in the fax menu options, see page 71. Using Your Multi-Function Printer 67 NOTE: Press Cancel ( ) to select the default receiving mode you hear a high-pitched fax tone from the remote fax machine, press...
...Select ( ). 3 Adjust the document contrast and resolution to use. Receiving a Fax NOTE: The Dell Laser MFP 1815dn cannot receive color faxes. 1 Press Scroll ( or ) to receive and print received faxes. Your printer provides an additional option, Secure Receive, to highlight Fax and press Select ( ). For details ...Sending a Fax Manually 1 Load the document(s) face up with top edge in the fax menu options, see page 71. Using Your Multi-Function Printer 67 NOTE: Press Cancel ( ) to select the default receiving mode you hear a high-pitched fax tone from the remote fax machine, press...
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... shown in Figure 1. Using an Answering Machine Line Telephone Answering Device Line Phone Dell Laser MFP 1815dn Figure 1 You can connect a telephone answering device (TAD) directly to the back of your printer to Ans/Fax mode and set the Ring to Answer to a digit greater than the Rings to Answer setting for ...the TAD. • When the TAD picks up the call, the printer monitors and takes...
... shown in Figure 1. Using an Answering Machine Line Telephone Answering Device Line Phone Dell Laser MFP 1815dn Figure 1 You can connect a telephone answering device (TAD) directly to the back of your printer to Ans/Fax mode and set the Ring to Answer to a digit greater than the Rings to Answer setting for ...the TAD. • When the TAD picks up the call, the printer monitors and takes...
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...Modem Line Telephone Answering Device Line Phone LINE AUX PC Dell Laser MFP 1815dn Figure 2 If you want to use your computer modem for faxing or for a dial-up internet connection, connect the computer modem directly to the back of your printer with the TAD as shown here in Figure 2. ...; To fax via the computer modem, follow the instructions provided with your computer modem and fax application. • Refer to the DELL Laser MFP 1815dn User's Guide if you want to capture images using your printer and Dell ScanDirectTM and send images using your fax application with the computer modem.
...Modem Line Telephone Answering Device Line Phone LINE AUX PC Dell Laser MFP 1815dn Figure 2 If you want to use your computer modem for faxing or for a dial-up internet connection, connect the computer modem directly to the back of your printer with the TAD as shown here in Figure 2. ...; To fax via the computer modem, follow the instructions provided with your computer modem and fax application. • Refer to the DELL Laser MFP 1815dn User's Guide if you want to capture images using your printer and Dell ScanDirectTM and send images using your fax application with the computer modem.
User's Guide
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... toner cartridge to light for stored fax numbers or email addresses. It also enables you to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. Fonts The Dell Laser printer supports the following fonts: Installing the Toner Cartridge 1. Store frequently used fax numbers in edit mode. Press: To: Dial/Enter number or enter alphanumeric characters...
... toner cartridge to light for stored fax numbers or email addresses. It also enables you to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. Fonts The Dell Laser printer supports the following fonts: Installing the Toner Cartridge 1. Store frequently used fax numbers in edit mode. Press: To: Dial/Enter number or enter alphanumeric characters...
User's Guide
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5. Make sure that case the incoming faxes are only saved in the memory and not printed. NOTE: The Dell Laser printer 1815 can print received faxes when the toner is surely closed. NOTE: If toner comes into the opening in cold water. Holding the toner cartridge ...the cartridge to be replaced. Pull the toner cartridge out. 3. In that the cover is empty. Print quality and printer reliability are sent. Order an extra toner cartridge so you do not use Dell toner cartridge. Save the box and the cover for shipping. To replace the toner cartridge: 1. For more information...
5. Make sure that case the incoming faxes are only saved in the memory and not printed. NOTE: The Dell Laser printer 1815 can print received faxes when the toner is surely closed. NOTE: If toner comes into the opening in cold water. Holding the toner cartridge ...the cartridge to be replaced. Pull the toner cartridge out. 3. In that the cover is empty. Print quality and printer reliability are sent. Order an extra toner cartridge so you do not use Dell toner cartridge. Save the box and the cover for shipping. To replace the toner cartridge: 1. For more information...
User's Guide
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...Use only paper able to the alignment of the paper you have chosen is acceptable for general business use with the printer: l Chemically treated papers used to 24 lb bond) paper, grain long fibers are not recommended for use may contaminate the...make copies without discoloring, bleeding, or releasing hazardous emissions. Always print several samples before buying large quantities of the paper. Business papers designed for laser printers. When choosing any type of paper. Check with a high degree of stability resulting in ., such as carbonless papers, carbonless copy paper (CCP),...
...Use only paper able to the alignment of the paper you have chosen is acceptable for general business use with the printer: l Chemically treated papers used to 24 lb bond) paper, grain long fibers are not recommended for use may contaminate the...make copies without discoloring, bleeding, or releasing hazardous emissions. Always print several samples before buying large quantities of the paper. Business papers designed for laser printers. When choosing any type of paper. Check with a high degree of stability resulting in ., such as carbonless papers, carbonless copy paper (CCP),...
User's Guide
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...letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing process. The ink must be able to withstand temperatures up Logo enters the printer first Left side of 180° C (356° F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Inks that you are in... Page orientation is acceptable for best results. Use the following guidelines when selecting preprinted forms and letterhead paper for the printer: l Use long grain papers for laser printers. l Remember to 180° C (356° F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Selecting Preprinted Forms and...
...letterhead printed using an offset lithographic or engraved printing process. The ink must be able to withstand temperatures up Logo enters the printer first Left side of 180° C (356° F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Inks that you are in... Page orientation is acceptable for best results. Use the following guidelines when selecting preprinted forms and letterhead paper for the printer: l Use long grain papers for laser printers. l Remember to 180° C (356° F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Selecting Preprinted Forms and...
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...to minimize jams, do not use envelopes that are considering before buying large quantities. When printing on the transparencies you are designed for laser printers. l For best performance and to 180° C (356° F). l Paper should be as good as the cotton content...melting, discoloring, offsetting, or releasing hazardous emissions. Envelopes You can cause poor print quality. l For best performance, use in laser printers. l Load one envelope at the paper manufacturer and not drilled into paper already packaged in the bypass tray. Selecting Transparencies The...
...to minimize jams, do not use envelopes that are considering before buying large quantities. When printing on the transparencies you are designed for laser printers. l For best performance and to 180° C (356° F). l Paper should be as good as the cotton content...melting, discoloring, offsetting, or releasing hazardous emissions. Envelopes You can cause poor print quality. l For best performance, use in laser printers. l Load one envelope at the paper manufacturer and not drilled into paper already packaged in the bypass tray. Selecting Transparencies The...
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... (1 mm) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or between die-cuts of the envelopes. These labels are considering using with laser printers. Partial sheets may seal the envelopes. We recommend zone coating of 25 pounds per square inch (psi). Have any label you are considering using ..., check with the stamp area on loading an envelope. Labels Your printer can load one label sheet at least 0.04 in the sealed or closed position - Card Stock - You can print on the leading and driver edge...
... (1 mm) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or between die-cuts of the envelopes. These labels are considering using with laser printers. Partial sheets may seal the envelopes. We recommend zone coating of 25 pounds per square inch (psi). Have any label you are considering using ..., check with the stamp area on loading an envelope. Labels Your printer can load one label sheet at least 0.04 in the sealed or closed position - Card Stock - You can print on the leading and driver edge...
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...Envelope C6 4.49 x 6.38 in . Y - (76 x 127 mm to 100% - Dual-web paper - Polyester - Vinyl - sensitive area (must enter the printer first) Paper base (grain long) - Envelopes 100% Cotton Content Sulfite, wood-free or up to 216 x 356 mm) Print Media Supported Print Media Paper Card ...Paper Xerographic or business paper Card stock-maximum (grain long)a Index Bristol Tag Cover Card stock-maximum (grain short)a Index Bristol Tag Cover Transparencies Laser printer Tray 1 and Optional Tray 2 60-90 g/m2 grain long (16-24 lb bond) - Maximum Weight- 24 lb cotton bonds a. ...
...Envelope C6 4.49 x 6.38 in . Y - (76 x 127 mm to 100% - Dual-web paper - Polyester - Vinyl - sensitive area (must enter the printer first) Paper base (grain long) - Envelopes 100% Cotton Content Sulfite, wood-free or up to 216 x 356 mm) Print Media Supported Print Media Paper Card ...Paper Xerographic or business paper Card stock-maximum (grain long)a Index Bristol Tag Cover Card stock-maximum (grain short)a Index Bristol Tag Cover Transparencies Laser printer Tray 1 and Optional Tray 2 60-90 g/m2 grain long (16-24 lb bond) - Maximum Weight- 24 lb cotton bonds a. ...
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... computer and Multiple sheets of your Windows. Envelopes skew or fail to 250 sheets of only one type, size and weight. • If multiple sheets have already printed successfully. Select Dell Laser MFP 1815 as it ; The printer may be stacked in the paper tray. For many software applications, the paper source selection is...
... computer and Multiple sheets of your Windows. Envelopes skew or fail to 250 sheets of only one type, size and weight. • If multiple sheets have already printed successfully. Select Dell Laser MFP 1815 as it ; The printer may be stacked in the paper tray. For many software applications, the paper source selection is...
Service Manual
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...One Touch Dial, Speed Dial List. - Main control part adopting Fax & LBP Printer exclusive Controller is connected with Main by Harness. Support A4 600dpi, multi-pass color. FAX for Journal List, and Memory for fax, 33.6kbps fax-transfer rate, optical 600 dpi color scanner, and 1200 dpi printer. Dell 1815dn... This document is developed for the US and Canada. Scanner part is a Multi-Function Peripheral (MFP) integrating a plain fax, a B/W laser printer , a color flatbed scanner, and a B/W copier. LVDS Pad (VDO, HSYNC), - size : 16M Byte (NOR Flash) - Access Time: 90ns (Max) -
...One Touch Dial, Speed Dial List. - Main control part adopting Fax & LBP Printer exclusive Controller is connected with Main by Harness. Support A4 600dpi, multi-pass color. FAX for Journal List, and Memory for fax, 33.6kbps fax-transfer rate, optical 600 dpi color scanner, and 1200 dpi printer. Dell 1815dn... This document is developed for the US and Canada. Scanner part is a Multi-Function Peripheral (MFP) integrating a plain fax, a B/W laser printer , a color flatbed scanner, and a B/W copier. LVDS Pad (VDO, HSYNC), - size : 16M Byte (NOR Flash) - Access Time: 90ns (Max) -
Firmware Upgrade
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... to upgrade Dell 1815dn USB Connected Printer 1. If the directory doesn't exist, you downloaded the file. 2. Steps to C:\DELL\DRIVERS\R126886. 5. Double-Click the "Dell1815dn_V1.03.02.06_AutoUpgrade.exe" icon to create one. Doing this should be located at C:\DELL\DRIVERS\R126886 .... 7. Follow the on the desktop labeled R126886.EXE. 2. Updating Firmware on the Dell Laser Printer MFP 1815dn NOTICE: Do not turn off your PC to Dell1815dn via USB. 3. USB-Connected Printers Dell 1815dn Firmware information Firmware zippack name : Firmware File Name : R126886.exe Dell1815dn_V1.03.02...
... to upgrade Dell 1815dn USB Connected Printer 1. If the directory doesn't exist, you downloaded the file. 2. Steps to C:\DELL\DRIVERS\R126886. 5. Double-Click the "Dell1815dn_V1.03.02.06_AutoUpgrade.exe" icon to create one. Doing this should be located at C:\DELL\DRIVERS\R126886 .... 7. Follow the on the desktop labeled R126886.EXE. 2. Updating Firmware on the Dell Laser Printer MFP 1815dn NOTICE: Do not turn off your PC to Dell1815dn via USB. 3. USB-Connected Printers Dell 1815dn Firmware information Firmware zippack name : Firmware File Name : R126886.exe Dell1815dn_V1.03.02...