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...such as the power supply cord or telephone, during a lightning storm. This product is not responsible for the use of specific Lexmark components. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Important safety information Use only the power supply and power supply cord provided with this product or make...parts may not always be obvious. Connect the power supply cord to a professional service person. Lexmark is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the printer software. Do not set up this product or the manufacturer's authorized replacement power supply and ...
...such as the power supply cord or telephone, during a lightning storm. This product is not responsible for the use of specific Lexmark components. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Important safety information Use only the power supply and power supply cord provided with this product or make...parts may not always be obvious. Connect the power supply cord to a professional service person. Lexmark is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the printer software. Do not set up this product or the manufacturer's authorized replacement power supply and ...
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Contents Finding information about the printer 7 Setting up the printer 11 Checking the box contents...11 Learning about the printer 12 Understanding the parts of the printer...12 Using the control panel buttons...14 Learning about the software 15 Using the printer software...15 Using the Lexmark Imaging Studio...15 Using the Solution Center...17 Using Print...
Contents Finding information about the printer 7 Setting up the printer 11 Checking the box contents...11 Learning about the printer 12 Understanding the parts of the printer...12 Using the control panel buttons...14 Learning about the software 15 Using the printer software...15 Using the Lexmark Imaging Studio...15 Using the Solution Center...17 Using Print...
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...Customizing settings using the Fax Solution Software ...48 Setting the number of rings before receiving a fax automatically 49 Maintaining the printer 50 Changing print cartridges...50 Removing a used print cartridge ...50 Installing print cartridges...50 Achieving better print quality...52 Improving ...the scanner glass...55 Ordering print cartridges...55 Ordering paper and other supplies...56 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...56 Refilling a print cartridge...57 Recycling Lexmark products...57 Troubleshooting 58 Setup troubleshooting...58 Power button is not lit ...58 Software does not...
...Customizing settings using the Fax Solution Software ...48 Setting the number of rings before receiving a fax automatically 49 Maintaining the printer 50 Changing print cartridges...50 Removing a used print cartridge ...50 Installing print cartridges...50 Achieving better print quality...52 Improving ...the scanner glass...55 Ordering print cartridges...55 Ordering paper and other supplies...56 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...56 Refilling a print cartridge...57 Recycling Lexmark products...57 Troubleshooting 58 Setup troubleshooting...58 Power button is not lit ...58 Software does not...
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...66 Fax troubleshooting...66 Cannot send or receive a fax...66 Can send but not receive faxes...67 Can receive but not send faxes...67 Printer receives a blank fax...67 Received fax has poor print quality...68 Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting...68 Paper jams...68 Paper or specialty media misfeeds......68 Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media 69 Banner paper jams ...69 Blinking lights on the control panel...70 Error messages...71 ...
...66 Fax troubleshooting...66 Cannot send or receive a fax...66 Can send but not receive faxes...67 Can receive but not send faxes...67 Printer receives a blank fax...67 Received fax has poor print quality...68 Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting...68 Paper jams...68 Paper or specialty media misfeeds......68 Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media 69 Banner paper jams ...69 Blinking lights on the control panel...70 Error messages...71 ...
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...Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 2500 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. If you instructions for setting up You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Note: If your printer supports Macintosh operating systems, see... documents do not ship with all printers. Finding information about the printer 7 You can find this document in the printer box or on Windows operating systems) and some basic instructions for using the printer. Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. The Setup Solutions booklet tells...
...Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 2500 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. If you instructions for setting up You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Note: If your printer supports Macintosh operating systems, see... documents do not ship with all printers. Finding information about the printer 7 You can find this document in the printer box or on Windows operating systems) and some basic instructions for using the printer. Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. The Setup Solutions booklet tells...
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...The Help gives you install the printer software, the User's Guide printer and other information such as: will be installed. • Using the software (on Windows operating systems) 1 Click Start Programs or All Programs • Loading paper Lexmark 2500 Series. • Printing 2 ...Click User's Guide. • Working with photos If the link to the User's Guide is not on your desktop, follow • Scanning (if supported by your printer) these instructions: • Making copies (if...
...The Help gives you install the printer software, the User's Guide printer and other information such as: will be installed. • Using the software (on Windows operating systems) 1 Click Start Programs or All Programs • Loading paper Lexmark 2500 Series. • Printing 2 ...Click User's Guide. • Working with photos If the link to the User's Guide is not on your desktop, follow • Scanning (if supported by your printer) these instructions: • Making copies (if...
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...E-mail support For e-mail support, visit our Web site: www.lexmark.com. materials and workmanship for a www.lexmark.com. period of world) Telephone support Call us at printer. Finding information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty statement that shipped with your this limited ...notice. Mail Support. original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 From the Statement of Limited Warranty section, click Inkjet & All-In-One Printers. 4 Scroll through the Web page to find (rest of 12 months after the 1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT. Visit our Web ...
...E-mail support For e-mail support, visit our Web site: www.lexmark.com. materials and workmanship for a www.lexmark.com. period of world) Telephone support Call us at printer. Finding information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty statement that shipped with your this limited ...notice. Mail Support. original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 From the Statement of Limited Warranty section, click Inkjet & All-In-One Printers. 4 Scroll through the Web page to find (rest of 12 months after the 1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT. Visit our Web ...
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Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of the printer), and have it ready when you contact us so that we may serve you faster: • Machine Type number • Serial number • Date purchased • Store where purchased Finding information about the printer 10
Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of the printer), and have it ready when you contact us so that we may serve you faster: • Machine Type number • Serial number • Date purchased • Store where purchased Finding information about the printer 10
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... the installation software CD that serves as a guide (available in certain geographies only). Setting up the printer 11 Setting up the printer Checking the box contents 1 2 ?? ? 6 5 4 3 Name Description 1 Black print cartridge Cartridges to be installed into the printer. 2 Color print cartridge Note: Cartridge combinations vary depending on the product purchased. 3 Power cord Attaches to...
... the installation software CD that serves as a guide (available in certain geographies only). Setting up the printer 11 Setting up the printer Checking the box contents 1 2 ?? ? 6 5 4 3 Name Description 1 Black print cartridge Cartridges to be installed into the printer. 2 Color print cartridge Note: Cartridge combinations vary depending on the product purchased. 3 Power cord Attaches to...
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Learning about the printer 12 For more information, see "Using the control panel buttons" on page 14. 3 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits. 4 Top cover Access the scanner glass. 5 Paper feed guard Prevent small objects from falling inside. 6 Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding. 7 Scanner glass Copy, scan, fax, or remove an item. Learning about the printer Understanding the parts of the printer 5 6 4 1 7 3 2 Use the To 1 Paper support Load paper. 2 Control panel Operate the printer.
Learning about the printer 12 For more information, see "Using the control panel buttons" on page 14. 3 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits. 4 Top cover Access the scanner glass. 5 Paper feed guard Prevent small objects from falling inside. 6 Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding. 7 Scanner glass Copy, scan, fax, or remove an item. Learning about the printer Understanding the parts of the printer 5 6 4 1 7 3 2 Use the To 1 Paper support Load paper. 2 Control panel Operate the printer.
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1 2 3 5 4 Use the To 1 Scanner unit Access the print cartridges. 2 Scanner support Hold up the scanner unit. 3 Print cartridge carrier Install, replace, or remove a print cartridge. 4 Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power source. 5 USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable. Learning about the printer 13
1 2 3 5 4 Use the To 1 Scanner unit Access the print cartridges. 2 Scanner support Hold up the scanner unit. 3 Print cartridge carrier Install, replace, or remove a print cartridge. 4 Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power source. 5 USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable. Learning about the printer 13
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... if the black (or photo) print cartridge needs to the computer. 4 Start a 4 x 6 color photo copy. 5 Start a color copy of a document or photo. 6 Start a black-and-white copy of a document or photo. 7 • Turn the printer on page 70. Learning about the printer 14 Using the control panel buttons Press 1 2 3 To Load or eject paper...
... if the black (or photo) print cartridge needs to the computer. 4 Start a 4 x 6 color photo copy. 5 Start a color copy of a document or photo. 6 Start a black-and-white copy of a document or photo. 7 • Turn the printer on page 70. Learning about the printer 14 Using the control panel buttons Press 1 2 3 To Load or eject paper...
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... Windows operating systems. If you are using a Macintosh operating system, see the Mac Help: 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 2500 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Click To Scan Copy Details • Scan a photo or document. • Save, edit, or share your photo or document. • Copy a photo...
... Windows operating systems. If you are using a Macintosh operating system, see the Mac Help: 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 2500 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Click To Scan Copy Details • Scan a photo or document. • Save, edit, or share your photo or document. • Copy a photo...
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... Photos Photo Greeting Cards Details Browse, print, or share your photos. From the bottom left corner of the Welcome screen, Click To Setup and diagnose printer • Check ink levels. • Order print cartridges. • Find maintenance information. • Select other Solution Center tabs for : • Dialing and ... about the software 16 Make quality greeting cards from a memory card, flash drive, CD, or PictBridge-enabled digital camera to change printer settings and troubleshooting. Photo Packages Print multiple photos in motion. Download photos from your photos.
... Photos Photo Greeting Cards Details Browse, print, or share your photos. From the bottom left corner of the Welcome screen, Click To Setup and diagnose printer • Check ink levels. • Order print cartridges. • Find maintenance information. • Select other Solution Center tabs for : • Dialing and ... about the software 16 Make quality greeting cards from a memory card, flash drive, CD, or PictBridge-enabled digital camera to change printer settings and troubleshooting. Photo Packages Print multiple photos in motion. Download photos from your photos.
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... one of these methods: Method 1 Method 2 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 2 Click Setup and diagnose printer. 1 Click Start Programs or All Programs Lexmark 2500 Series. 2 Select Solution Center. Print projects such as information about the printer status and ink level. Using the Solution Center The Solution Center provides...
... one of these methods: Method 1 Method 2 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 2 Click Setup and diagnose printer. 1 Click Start Programs or All Programs Lexmark 2500 Series. 2 Select Solution Center. Print projects such as information about the printer status and ink level. Using the Solution Center The Solution Center provides...
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... of project you use . Using Print Properties Opening Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to the Quality Options, Layout Options, and Printing Status Options settings. You can open Print Properties from almost any program...Options, or Setup. Using the Save Settings menu From the "Save Settings" menu, you select the correct print settings for future use the printer. • Obtain software version information. Using the Options menu Use the "Options" menu to make changes to a computer. From here ...
... of project you use . Using Print Properties Opening Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to the Quality Options, Layout Options, and Printing Status Options settings. You can open Print Properties from almost any program...Options, or Setup. Using the Save Settings menu From the "Save Settings" menu, you select the correct print settings for future use the printer. • Obtain software version information. Using the Options menu Use the "Options" menu to make changes to a computer. From here ...
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...toolbar appearance or select a different setting for additional information. • Uninstall the Toolbar. Note: The Toolbar launches automatically when you create printer-friendly versions of the Print Properties software: Quality/Copies, Paper Setup, and Print Layout. Learning about these settings, right-click a ...setting on both sides of the paper, and select a duplexing preference. The "Options" menu also provides direct links to the Lexmark Web site. • Access Help for printing photos. • Access links to different parts of the Solution Center as well as ...
...toolbar appearance or select a different setting for additional information. • Uninstall the Toolbar. Note: The Toolbar launches automatically when you create printer-friendly versions of the Print Properties software: Quality/Copies, Paper Setup, and Print Layout. Learning about these settings, right-click a ...setting on both sides of the paper, and select a duplexing preference. The "Options" menu also provides direct links to the Lexmark Web site. • Access Help for printing photos. • Access links to different parts of the Solution Center as well as ...
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...appears next to defaults Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista users: 1 Click Start Settings Printers or Printers and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Lexmark 2500 Series icon. 3 Click Printing Preferences. 4 Click the Save Settings menu. 5 From the Restore section, select Factory ...Settings (Defaults). Preview a Web page before printing. Resetting printer software settings to Photos. Learning about the software 20 Print ...
...appears next to defaults Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista users: 1 Click Start Settings Printers or Printers and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Lexmark 2500 Series icon. 3 Click Printing Preferences. 4 Click the Save Settings menu. 5 From the Restore section, select Factory ...Settings (Defaults). Preview a Web page before printing. Resetting printer software settings to Photos. Learning about the software 20 Print ...
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... Make sure 100 sheets of plain paper • The paper is designed for inkjet printers. • If you are using photo, glossy, or heavyweight matte paper, you load it . • You do not force paper into the printer. 2 Before loading paper the first time, slide the paper guides out toward...specialty paper, you adjust the paper guides. Loading paper and original documents Loading paper 1 Make sure: • You use paper designed for use with inkjet printers. • The paper is loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the paper. ...
... Make sure 100 sheets of plain paper • The paper is designed for inkjet printers. • If you are using photo, glossy, or heavyweight matte paper, you load it . • You do not force paper into the printer. 2 Before loading paper the first time, slide the paper guides out toward...specialty paper, you adjust the paper guides. Loading paper and original documents Loading paper 1 Make sure: • You use paper designed for use with inkjet printers. • The paper is loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the paper. ...
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... 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. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the transparencies.... Partial sheets (with inkjet printers. • The envelopes are loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the envelopes...
... 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. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the transparencies.... Partial sheets (with inkjet printers. • The envelopes are loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the envelopes...