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... Operating system notice...16 Safety information 17 Setting up the printer 18 Checking the box contents...18 Setting up the printer for standalone use...19 Understanding the parts of the printer...25 Getting the printer ready to fax...27 Using an RJ11 adapter ...27 Choosing a fax...control panel ...37 Saving settings...40 Installing another language control panel...41 Installing the printer software...42 Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only 42 Understanding the printer software...43 Turning printing voice notification on or off...46 Security Information...46 General ...
... Operating system notice...16 Safety information 17 Setting up the printer 18 Checking the box contents...18 Setting up the printer for standalone use...19 Understanding the parts of the printer...25 Getting the printer ready to fax...27 Using an RJ11 adapter ...27 Choosing a fax...control panel ...37 Saving settings...40 Installing another language control panel...41 Installing the printer software...42 Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only 42 Understanding the printer software...43 Turning printing voice notification on or off...46 Security Information...46 General ...
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Checking the port setting...48 Configure network printers...49 Connect to network printer...49 Loading paper and original documents 50 Loading paper...50 Using the automatic paper type sensor...50 Loading envelopes...51 Loading labels...51 Loading greeting ...
Checking the port setting...48 Configure network printers...49 Connect to network printer...49 Loading paper and original documents 50 Loading paper...50 Using the automatic paper type sensor...50 Loading envelopes...51 Loading labels...51 Loading greeting ...
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... the printer to factory default settings...66 Working with photos 67 Retrieving and managing photos...67 Inserting a memory card ...67 Inserting a flash drive ...68 Understanding the Photo Card menu...69 Understanding the PictBridge menu...71 Transferring photos ...72 Changing the Lexmark Productivity ... the Gamma Value of a photo or image...77 Despeckling a photo...78 Changing the Brightness / Contrast settings of a photo 78 Applying a color effect to a photo...78 Changing the Exposure setting of a photo ...78 Removing wavy patterns from scanned photos, magazines, or newspapers 79 Printing...
... the printer to factory default settings...66 Working with photos 67 Retrieving and managing photos...67 Inserting a memory card ...67 Inserting a flash drive ...68 Understanding the Photo Card menu...69 Understanding the PictBridge menu...71 Transferring photos ...72 Changing the Lexmark Productivity ... the Gamma Value of a photo or image...77 Despeckling a photo...78 Changing the Brightness / Contrast settings of a photo 78 Applying a color effect to a photo...78 Changing the Exposure setting of a photo ...78 Removing wavy patterns from scanned photos, magazines, or newspapers 79 Printing...
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... a fax automatically 118 Setting up Speed Dial...118 Printing fax activity reports...119 Maintaining the printer 120 Replacing print cartridges...120 Installing print cartridges...120 Removing a used print cartridge ...121 Refilling print cartridges...122 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...122 Aligning print cartridges...122 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...123 Wiping the...
... a fax automatically 118 Setting up Speed Dial...118 Printing fax activity reports...119 Maintaining the printer 120 Replacing print cartridges...120 Installing print cartridges...120 Removing a used print cartridge ...121 Refilling print cartridges...122 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...122 Aligning print cartridges...122 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...123 Wiping the...
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... appears on the display...128 Power button is not lit ...128 Software does not install...129 Page does not print...130 Solving printer communication problems ...131 Understanding Warning levels ...132 Removing and reinstalling the software ...132 Enabling the USB port...132 Print troubleshooting...133 Improving... too quickly ...138 A blank or incorrect page prints...138 Characters on printout are missing or unexpected ...138 Colors on printout are faded or differ from colors on the screen 139 Copied item does not match the original item...139 Glossy photo paper or transparencies stick together...
... appears on the display...128 Power button is not lit ...128 Software does not install...129 Page does not print...130 Solving printer communication problems ...131 Understanding Warning levels ...132 Removing and reinstalling the software ...132 Enabling the USB port...132 Print troubleshooting...133 Improving... too quickly ...138 A blank or incorrect page prints...138 Characters on printout are missing or unexpected ...138 Colors on printout are faded or differ from colors on the screen 139 Copied item does not match the original item...139 Glossy photo paper or transparencies stick together...
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... and avoid paper jams...154 Paper jam in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)...154 Paper jam in the printer...155 Paper jam in the paper support...156 Paper or specialty media misfeeds...156 Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media 157 Banner paper jams ...157 Paper continues to jam...158... a network...164 Fax troubleshooting...164 Cannot send or receive a fax...164 Can send but not receive faxes...166 Can receive but not send faxes...167 Printer receives a blank fax...168 Received fax has poor print quality...168 Caller ID information is not displayed...169 Contents 9
... and avoid paper jams...154 Paper jam in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)...154 Paper jam in the printer...155 Paper jam in the paper support...156 Paper or specialty media misfeeds...156 Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media 157 Banner paper jams ...157 Paper continues to jam...158... a network...164 Fax troubleshooting...164 Cannot send or receive a fax...164 Can send but not receive faxes...166 Can receive but not send faxes...167 Printer receives a blank fax...168 Received fax has poor print quality...168 Caller ID information is not displayed...169 Contents 9
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...messages on memory card...179 Paper Jam ...179 Multiple All-In-Ones found...179 Black Cartridge replacement required...179 Color Cartridge replacement required...179 Black and Color Cartridge replacement required ...180 Contents 10 Photo must fit on page...176 PictBridge communications error...176 Please remove ...178 Out of Paper...178 Fixing a printing failure...178 Unsupported file types found on the printer display...171 Alignment Error...172 Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F)...172 Black Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low ...173 Clear Carrier Jam ...173 Cover Open ...173 ...
...messages on memory card...179 Paper Jam ...179 Multiple All-In-Ones found...179 Black Cartridge replacement required...179 Color Cartridge replacement required...179 Black and Color Cartridge replacement required ...180 Contents 10 Photo must fit on page...176 PictBridge communications error...176 Please remove ...178 Out of Paper...178 Fixing a printing failure...178 Unsupported file types found on the printer display...171 Alignment Error...172 Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F)...172 Black Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low ...173 Clear Carrier Jam ...173 Cover Open ...173 ...
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... Help: 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark X5400 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Where to find You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Introduction 13 Introduction Finding information about the printer Quick Setup sheet Description The Quick Setup sheet...
... Help: 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark X5400 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Where to find You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Introduction 13 Introduction Finding information about the printer Quick Setup sheet Description The Quick Setup sheet...
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...icon of the User's Guide appears on your desktop, and the User's Guide: Comprehensive Version appears on To access the Lexmark Solution Center: your printer supports Macintosh operating of the following: • In Windows Vista, click . • In Windows XP and earlier, click...: Comprehensive Version Description Where to find this document on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. your printer) these instructions: • Maintaining the printer 1 Insert the CD. • Connecting the printer to find The Lexmark Solution Center software is not on your desktop, follow •...
...icon of the User's Guide appears on your desktop, and the User's Guide: Comprehensive Version appears on To access the Lexmark Solution Center: your printer supports Macintosh operating of the following: • In Windows Vista, click . • In Windows XP and earlier, click...: Comprehensive Version Description Where to find this document on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. your printer) these instructions: • Maintaining the printer 1 Insert the CD. • Connecting the printer to find The Lexmark Solution Center software is not on your desktop, follow •...
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... varies by country or region. E-mail support For e-mail support, visit our Web site: www.lexmark.com. 1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT. 2 Click Technical Support. 3 Select your printer family. 4 Select your printer. Visit our Web site at • US: 1-800-332-4120 Monday-Friday (8:00 AM-11...support hours vary by country or region, and may change without notice. Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty that shipped with your printer. Introduction 15 Mail Support. 6 Complete the form, and then click Submit Request. Select a country or region...
... varies by country or region. E-mail support For e-mail support, visit our Web site: www.lexmark.com. 1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT. 2 Click Technical Support. 3 Select your printer family. 4 Select your printer. Visit our Web site at • US: 1-800-332-4120 Monday-Friday (8:00 AM-11...support hours vary by country or region, and may change without notice. Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty that shipped with your printer. Introduction 15 Mail Support. 6 Complete the form, and then click Submit Request. Select a country or region...
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... warranty, see the Statement of Warranty information varies by Lexmark International, Inc. Introduction 16 period of defects in printer, or set forth at printer. original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 From the Statement of the printer), and have it ready when you faster: •...operating system-dependent. Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of Limited Warranty section, click Inkjet & All-In-One Printers. 4 Scroll through the Web page to find (US) Where to view the warranty. Limited Warranty Description Where to ...
... warranty, see the Statement of Warranty information varies by Lexmark International, Inc. Introduction 16 period of defects in printer, or set forth at printer. original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 From the Statement of the printer), and have it ready when you faster: •...operating system-dependent. Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of Limited Warranty section, click Inkjet & All-In-One Printers. 4 Scroll through the Web page to find (US) Where to view the warranty. Limited Warranty Description Where to ...
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..." on page 30. 4 Power cord Attaches to be installed into the printer 2 Color print cartridge Note: Cartridge combinations vary depending on the product purchased. 3 Telephone cord Use for the printer • User's Guide: Comprehensive Version in electronic format 7 Automatic Document ...Feeder (ADF) exit tray Holds documents as they exit from the ADF. Setting up the printer 18 Note: You may not support: • Memory Cards • PictBridge-enabled digital camera • Photo Card mode Checking the box contents...
..." on page 30. 4 Power cord Attaches to be installed into the printer 2 Color print cartridge Note: Cartridge combinations vary depending on the product purchased. 3 Telephone cord Use for the printer • User's Guide: Comprehensive Version in electronic format 7 Automatic Document ...Feeder (ADF) exit tray Holds documents as they exit from the ADF. Setting up the printer 18 Note: You may not support: • Memory Cards • PictBridge-enabled digital camera • Photo Card mode Checking the box contents...
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If you're setting up the printer for standalone use 1 Unpack the printer. 1 2 3 Notes: • Place the printer near the computer during setup. Setting up on a wireless network, you may move the printer after setup is complete. • You may need to purchase a USB cable separately. • The printer may ship with two CDs. 2 Remove all tape and packing material from all areas of the printer. 3 Raise the paper support. Setting up the printer 19
If you're setting up the printer for standalone use 1 Unpack the printer. 1 2 3 Notes: • Place the printer near the computer during setup. Setting up on a wireless network, you may move the printer after setup is complete. • You may need to purchase a USB cable separately. • The printer may ship with two CDs. 2 Remove all tape and packing material from all areas of the printer. 3 Raise the paper support. Setting up the printer 19
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4 Insert the back end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray. 5 Snap in the front end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray. 6 Raise the control panel. 7 If needed, install the correct control panel for your language. Setting up the printer 20
4 Insert the back end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray. 5 Snap in the front end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray. 6 Raise the control panel. 7 If needed, install the correct control panel for your language. Setting up the printer 20
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8 Extend the paper exit tray. 9 Extend the paper guides. 10 Load paper. 1 2 11 Connect the power cord. Setting up the printer 21
8 Extend the paper exit tray. 9 Extend the paper guides. 10 Load paper. 1 2 11 Connect the power cord. Setting up the printer 21
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a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the language that you want appears on the display. Setting up the printer 22 b Press to save . a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the country or region that you want appears on the display. 12 Make sure that the power is on. 13 If prompted, set the country or region. b Press to save . 14 If prompted, set the language.
a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the language that you want appears on the display. Setting up the printer 22 b Press to save . a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the country or region that you want appears on the display. 12 Make sure that the power is on. 13 If prompted, set the country or region. b Press to save . 14 If prompted, set the language.
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15 Open the printer. 16 Press down on the levers. 17 Remove the tape from the black cartridge, and then insert the cartridge in the left carrier. 18 Close the black cartridge carrier lid Setting up the printer 23
15 Open the printer. 16 Press down on the levers. 17 Remove the tape from the black cartridge, and then insert the cartridge in the left carrier. 18 Close the black cartridge carrier lid Setting up the printer 23
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Setting up the printer 24 19 Remove the tape from the color cartridge, and then insert the cartridge in the right carrier. 20 Close the color cartridge carrier lid. 21 Close the printer. 22 Press . An alignment page prints.
Setting up the printer 24 19 Remove the tape from the color cartridge, and then insert the cartridge in the right carrier. 20 Close the color cartridge carrier lid. 21 Close the printer. 22 Press . An alignment page prints.
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...the ADF. 8 Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding. 9 Paper support Load paper. Setting up the printer 25 23 Discard or recycle the alignment page. Understanding the parts of the printer 78 6 9 12 11 10 5 4 32 1 Use the To 1 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-...enabled digital camera or a flash drive to the printer. 2 Memory card slots Insert a memory card. 3 Control panel Operate the printer. For more information, see "Using the control panel" on page 37. 4 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it ...
...the ADF. 8 Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding. 9 Paper support Load paper. Setting up the printer 25 23 Discard or recycle the alignment page. Understanding the parts of the printer 78 6 9 12 11 10 5 4 32 1 Use the To 1 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-...enabled digital camera or a flash drive to the printer. 2 Memory card slots Insert a memory card. 3 Control panel Operate the printer. For more information, see "Using the control panel" on page 37. 4 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it ...
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... Use the To 1 Scanner unit Access the print cartridges. 2 Print cartridge carrier Install, replace, or remove a print cartridge. 3 USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable. 4 EXT port Connect additional devices, such as it exits the ADF. • Support A4- EXT 5 LINE port Connect... the printer to an active telephone line to the printer. Note: Do not connect additional devices to the LINE port, and do not connect a DSL (digital subscriber line), ISDN (...
... Use the To 1 Scanner unit Access the print cartridges. 2 Print cartridge carrier Install, replace, or remove a print cartridge. 3 USB port Connect the printer to a computer using a USB cable. 4 EXT port Connect additional devices, such as it exits the ADF. • Support A4- EXT 5 LINE port Connect... the printer to an active telephone line to the printer. Note: Do not connect additional devices to the LINE port, and do not connect a DSL (digital subscriber line), ISDN (...