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...to an electrical outlet that is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific Lexmark components. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Do not use of some parts may not always be obvious. Operating system notice All features and ... telephone, during a lightning storm. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Important safety information Use only the power supply and power supply cord provided with the printer software. This product is near the product and easily accessible. For complete descriptions: • Windows users-See the User's Guide. •...
...to an electrical outlet that is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific Lexmark components. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Do not use of some parts may not always be obvious. Operating system notice All features and ... telephone, during a lightning storm. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Important safety information Use only the power supply and power supply cord provided with the printer software. This product is near the product and easily accessible. For complete descriptions: • Windows users-See the User's Guide. •...
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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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... You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Getting Started or Setup Solutions booklet Description Where to solve printer setup problems. Note: These documents do not ship with all printers. If you did not receive a Getting...: 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 2500 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Note: If your printer supports Macintosh operating systems, see the User's Guide instead. Finding information about the printer Setup sheet Description Where to find The Setup sheet ...
... You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Getting Started or Setup Solutions booklet Description Where to solve printer setup problems. Note: These documents do not ship with all printers. If you did not receive a Getting...: 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 2500 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Note: If your printer supports Macintosh operating systems, see the User's Guide instead. Finding information about the printer Setup sheet Description Where to find The Setup sheet ...
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... (including Setup Troubleshooting). • Troubleshooting problems with printing, copying, scanning, faxing, paper jams, and misfeeds 3 Click Yes. Lexmark 2500 Series. 2 Select Lexmark Solution Center. Finding information about the printer 8 Lexmark Solution Center Description Where to find The Lexmark Solution Center software is the letter of the User's Guide appears on your desktop, and the User...
... (including Setup Troubleshooting). • Troubleshooting problems with printing, copying, scanning, faxing, paper jams, and misfeeds 3 Click Yes. Lexmark 2500 Series. 2 Select Lexmark Solution Center. Finding information about the printer 8 Lexmark Solution Center Description Where to find The Lexmark Solution Center software is the letter of the User's Guide appears on your desktop, and the User...
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...instances. 1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT. 2 Click Technical Support. 3 Select your printer family. 4 Select your printer. 6 Complete the form, and then click Submit Request. E-mail support varies by Lexmark International, Inc. See the printed furnishes a limited warranty that Limited Warranty included...shipped with your this limited warranty, see the printed warranty that shipped with your printer model. 5 From the Support Tools section, click e- materials and workmanship for a www.lexmark.com. original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 From the ...
...instances. 1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT. 2 Click Technical Support. 3 Select your printer family. 4 Select your printer. 6 Complete the form, and then click Submit Request. E-mail support varies by Lexmark International, Inc. See the printed furnishes a limited warranty that Limited Warranty included...shipped with your this limited warranty, see the printed warranty that shipped with your printer model. 5 From the Support Tools section, click e- materials and workmanship for a www.lexmark.com. original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 From the ...
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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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... Getting Started or Setup Solutions Printed booklet that shipped with the printer. 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...one shown. 4 Installation software CD • Installation software for the printer • Help • User's Guide in electronic format 5 Setup sheet Instructions on setting up printer hardware and software, and information on the installation software CD that serves ...
... Getting Started or Setup Solutions Printed booklet that shipped with the printer. 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...one shown. 4 Installation software CD • Installation software for the printer • Help • User's Guide in electronic format 5 Setup sheet Instructions on setting up printer hardware and software, and information on the installation software CD that serves ...
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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. 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 12
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. 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 12
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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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... • Clear error messages. Check The light The light To Determine if the color print cartridge needs to be replaced. Learning about the printer 14 For more information, see "Blinking lights on the control panel" on page 70. Using the control panel buttons Press 1 2 3 ...To Load or eject paper. • Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in progress. • Reset the printer. Scan a document or photo(s) 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...
... • Clear error messages. Check The light The light To Determine if the color print cartridge needs to be replaced. Learning about the printer 14 For more information, see "Blinking lights on the control panel" on page 70. Using the control panel buttons Press 1 2 3 ...To Load or eject paper. • Cancel a print, copy, or scan job in progress. • Reset the printer. Scan a document or photo(s) 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...
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...Learning about the software This chapter tells how to use one of an active Web page. Using the Lexmark Imaging Studio To open the Lexmark Imaging Studio Welcome screen, use the printer with 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. Fax Send a photo or document as an attachment to complete. Using the printer software Use this software The Lexmark Imaging Studio The Solution Center Print Properties The Toolbar To Preview...
...Learning about the software This chapter tells how to use one of an active Web page. Using the Lexmark Imaging Studio To open the Lexmark Imaging Studio Welcome screen, use the printer with 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. Fax Send a photo or document as an attachment to complete. Using the printer software Use this software The Lexmark Imaging Studio The Solution Center Print Properties The Toolbar To Preview...
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... Transfer Photos Photo Greeting Cards Details Browse, print, or share your photos as a multiple-page poster. Setup and manage faxes Set printer fax settings for more information, including how to the Photo Library. Make quality greeting cards from a memory card, flash drive, CD..., or PictBridge-enabled digital camera to change printer settings and troubleshooting. Slideshow Poster View your photos. Photo Packages Print multiple photos in motion. Download photos from your photos in various ...
... Transfer Photos Photo Greeting Cards Details Browse, print, or share your photos as a multiple-page poster. Setup and manage faxes Set printer fax settings for more information, including how to the Photo Library. Make quality greeting cards from a memory card, flash drive, CD..., or PictBridge-enabled digital camera to change printer settings and troubleshooting. Slideshow Poster View your photos. Photo Packages Print multiple photos in motion. Download photos from your photos in various ...
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... the electronic User's Guide for more information. • Learn tips about the software 17 For example, while printing, the status of the printer. Using the Solution Center The Solution Center provides help, as well as photos, envelopes, cards, banners, iron- Use basic features. - The... tab open the Solution Center, use 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. To open .
... the electronic User's Guide for more information. • Learn tips about the software 17 For example, while printing, the status of the printer. Using the Solution Center The Solution Center provides help, as well as photos, envelopes, cards, banners, iron- Use basic features. - The... tab open the Solution Center, use 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. To open .
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..., click Help in Print Properties based on the type of project you want to help you select the correct print settings for future use the printer. • Obtain software version information. Using the I Want To menu The "I Want To" menu contains a variety of task wizards (printing a ...Properties settings for a project. Using Print Properties Opening Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to a computer. Learning about the software 18 Using the Save Settings menu From the "Save Settings" menu, you can...
..., click Help in Print Properties based on the type of project you want to help you select the correct print settings for future use the printer. • Obtain software version information. Using the I Want To menu The "I Want To" menu contains a variety of task wizards (printing a ...Properties settings for a project. Using Print Properties Opening Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to a computer. Learning about the software 18 Using the Save Settings menu From the "Save Settings" menu, you can...
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...The Toolbar lets you browse the Web using Microsoft Windows Internet Explorer version 5.5 or later. Note: The Toolbar launches automatically when you create printer-friendly versions of the paper, and select a duplexing preference. Click Normal To • Select Page Setup options. • Select Options ... links to print on the printed page: portrait or landscape. • Select the layout you want to print. • Choose to the Lexmark Web site. • Access Help for additional information. • Uninstall the Toolbar. Print an entire Web page in normal quality. Tab Quality...
...The Toolbar lets you browse the Web using Microsoft Windows Internet Explorer version 5.5 or later. Note: The Toolbar launches automatically when you create printer-friendly versions of the paper, and select a duplexing preference. Click Normal To • Select Page Setup options. • Select Options ... links to print on the printed page: portrait or landscape. • Select the layout you want to print. • Choose to the Lexmark Web site. • Access Help for additional information. • Uninstall the Toolbar. Print an entire Web page in normal quality. Tab Quality...
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... or images valid for printing 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). Learning about the...
... or images valid for printing 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). Learning about the...
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Loading various paper types Load up to Make sure 100 sheets of plain paper • The paper is designed for use paper designed for inkjet printers. • If you are using photo, glossy, or heavyweight matte paper, you load it with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you ...Photos require more drying time. Loading paper and original documents 21 Loading paper and original documents Loading paper 1 Make sure: • You 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. 25 sheets...
Loading various paper types Load up to Make sure 100 sheets of plain paper • The paper is designed for use paper designed for inkjet printers. • If you are using photo, glossy, or heavyweight matte paper, you load it with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you ...Photos require more drying time. Loading paper and original documents 21 Loading paper and original documents Loading paper 1 Make sure: • You 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. 25 sheets...
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... to dry to avoid ink smudging. 25 sheets of labels 25 transparencies • The print side of the labels faces you and down toward the printer. • The transparencies are loaded in a paper jam. • The labels are not recommended. • Transparencies require more drying time. Envelopes ... label sheets. Loading paper and original documents 22 Remove each strip faces away from you . • The top of the labels feeds into the printer first. • The adhesive on the labels does not extend to avoid ink smudging. • The rough side of the transparencies faces you. ...
... to dry to avoid ink smudging. 25 sheets of labels 25 transparencies • The print side of the labels faces you and down toward the printer. • The transparencies are loaded in a paper jam. • The labels are not recommended. • Transparencies require more drying time. Envelopes ... label sheets. Loading paper and original documents 22 Remove each strip faces away from you . • The top of the labels feeds into the printer first. • The adhesive on the labels does not extend to avoid ink smudging. • The rough side of the transparencies faces you. ...