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... 2 Introduction 13 Finding information about the printer...13 Operating system notice...16 Setting up the printer 17 Checking the box contents...17 Setting up the printer for standalone use...18 Understanding the parts of the printer...23 Getting the printer ready to fax...25 Using an RJ11 adapter ...25 Choosing a fax connection...28 Connecting to an answering...
... 2 Introduction 13 Finding information about the printer...13 Operating system notice...16 Setting up the printer 17 Checking the box contents...17 Setting up the printer for standalone use...18 Understanding the parts of the printer...23 Getting the printer ready to fax...25 Using an RJ11 adapter ...25 Choosing a fax connection...28 Connecting to an answering...
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... custom-size paper...51 Loading banner paper...51 Loading original documents on the scanner glass 52 Printing 53 Printing basic documents...53 Printing a document...53 Printing a Web page ...53 Printing photos or images from a Web page ...54 Printing multiple copies of a document... page order)...56 Printing multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up)...56 Pausing print jobs...56 Canceling print jobs...56 Printing specialty documents...57 Choosing compatible specialty paper types ...57 Printing envelopes ...57 Printing greeting cards, index cards, photo cards, and postcards 57 Printing a document...
... custom-size paper...51 Loading banner paper...51 Loading original documents on the scanner glass 52 Printing 53 Printing basic documents...53 Printing a document...53 Printing a Web page ...53 Printing photos or images from a Web page ...54 Printing multiple copies of a document... page order)...56 Printing multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up)...56 Pausing print jobs...56 Canceling print jobs...56 Printing specialty documents...57 Choosing compatible specialty paper types ...57 Printing envelopes ...57 Printing greeting cards, index cards, photo cards, and postcards 57 Printing a document...
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... PictBridge menu...66 Transferring photos ...68 Changing the Lexmark Productivity Studio preferences 70 Editing photos...71 Cropping a photo ...71 Rotating a photo ...71 Changing the Resolution / Size of a photo...71 Applying One-Click Auto Fixes to a photo ...72 Reducing the red-eye effect in a photo...72 Blurring/Sharpening a photo ...72 Enhancing a photo...72 Changing the Hue / Saturation of a photo ...73 Changing the Gamma...
... PictBridge menu...66 Transferring photos ...68 Changing the Lexmark Productivity Studio preferences 70 Editing photos...71 Cropping a photo ...71 Rotating a photo ...71 Changing the Resolution / Size of a photo...71 Applying One-Click Auto Fixes to a photo ...72 Reducing the red-eye effect in a photo...72 Blurring/Sharpening a photo ...72 Enhancing a photo...72 Changing the Hue / Saturation of a photo ...73 Changing the Gamma...
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......110 Setting the distinctive ring...110 Setting the number of rings before receiving a fax automatically 111 Setting up Speed Dial...111 Printing fax activity reports...112 Maintaining the printer 113 Replacing print cartridges...113 Installing print cartridges...113 Removing a used print cartridge ...Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...115 Aligning print cartridges...115 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...116 Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts 116 Preserving the print cartridges...117 Cleaning the scanner glass...118 Cleaning the exterior of the printer...118 Ordering...
......110 Setting the distinctive ring...110 Setting the number of rings before receiving a fax automatically 111 Setting up Speed Dial...111 Printing fax activity reports...112 Maintaining the printer 113 Replacing print cartridges...113 Installing print cartridges...113 Removing a used print cartridge ...Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...115 Aligning print cartridges...115 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...116 Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts 116 Preserving the print cartridges...117 Cleaning the scanner glass...118 Cleaning the exterior of the printer...118 Ordering...
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...not lit ...121 Software does not install...122 Page does not print...123 Solving printer communication problems ...124 Understanding Warning levels ...125 Removing and reinstalling the software ...125 Enabling the USB port...125 Print troubleshooting...126 Improving print quality ...126 Poor text and graphic ... page prints...131 Characters on printout are missing or unexpected ...131 Colors on printout are faded or differ from colors on the screen 132 Copied item does not match the original item...132 Glossy photo paper or transparencies stick together ...133 Page prints with different fonts...
...not lit ...121 Software does not install...122 Page does not print...123 Solving printer communication problems ...124 Understanding Warning levels ...125 Removing and reinstalling the software ...125 Enabling the USB port...125 Print troubleshooting...126 Improving print quality ...126 Poor text and graphic ... page prints...131 Characters on printout are missing or unexpected ...131 Colors on printout are faded or differ from colors on the screen 132 Copied item does not match the original item...132 Glossy photo paper or transparencies stick together ...133 Page prints with different fonts...
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...happens when memory card is inserted ...150 Copy troubleshooting...151 Copier does not respond ...151 Scanner unit does not close...151 Poor copy quality...151 Partial document or photo copies...152 Scan troubleshooting...153 Scanner does not respond ...153 Scan was not successful ...153 Scanning......154 Partial document or photo scans...155 Cannot scan to a computer over a network...155 Fax troubleshooting...155 Cannot send or receive a fax...155 Can send but not receive faxes...158 Can receive but not send faxes...158 Printer receives a blank fax...160 Received fax has poor print quality...160...
...happens when memory card is inserted ...150 Copy troubleshooting...151 Copier does not respond ...151 Scanner unit does not close...151 Poor copy quality...151 Partial document or photo copies...152 Scan troubleshooting...153 Scanner does not respond ...153 Scan was not successful ...153 Scanning......154 Partial document or photo scans...155 Cannot scan to a computer over a network...155 Fax troubleshooting...155 Cannot send or receive a fax...155 Can send but not receive faxes...158 Can receive but not send faxes...158 Printer receives a blank fax...160 Received fax has poor print quality...160...
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Error messages on memory card...171 Paper Jam ...171 Multiple All-In-Ones found on the printer display...163 Alignment Error...164 Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F)...164 Black Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low ...165 Clear Carrier Jam ...165 Cover Open ...165 Error 1104...proof sheet...167 No proof sheet information ...167 No valid photo image files detected ...167 Only one photo enhancement may be chosen at a time 168 Only one photo/size selection can be chosen at a time 168 Photo size error. Photo must fit on page...168 PictBridge communications error...168 Please remove...
Error messages on memory card...171 Paper Jam ...171 Multiple All-In-Ones found on the printer display...163 Alignment Error...164 Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F)...164 Black Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low ...165 Clear Carrier Jam ...165 Cover Open ...165 Error 1104...proof sheet...167 No proof sheet information ...167 No valid photo image files detected ...167 Only one photo enhancement may be chosen at a time 168 Only one photo/size selection can be chosen at a time 168 Photo size error. Photo must fit on page...168 PictBridge communications error...168 Please remove...
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...you instructions for setting up hardware and software (on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Where to find You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Where to find You can find this document in ... instructions for using the printer. Introduction 13 Note: If your printer supports Macintosh operating systems, see the Mac Help: 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 5300 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Introduction Finding information about the printer Quick Setup sheet Description The...
...you instructions for setting up hardware and software (on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Where to find You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Where to find You can find this document in ... instructions for using the printer. Introduction 13 Note: If your printer supports Macintosh operating systems, see the Mac Help: 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 5300 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Introduction Finding information about the printer Quick Setup sheet Description The...
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... printer and other software, if your printer connects to a computer. Troubleshooting). 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. 4 Click Yes. It installs with the other information Comprehensive Version will be installed. To access the Lexmark Solution Center: 1 Do one ...Lexmark 5300 • Working with printing, copying, scanning, faxing, paper jams, and misfeeds The installation screen appears. Lexmark Solution Center Description Where to a network (if supported by your printer) • Troubleshooting problems with photos Series. • Scanning (if supported by your printer)...
... printer and other software, if your printer connects to a computer. Troubleshooting). 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. 4 Click Yes. It installs with the other information Comprehensive Version will be installed. To access the Lexmark Solution Center: 1 Do one ...Lexmark 5300 • Working with printing, copying, scanning, faxing, paper jams, and misfeeds The installation screen appears. Lexmark Solution Center Description Where to a network (if supported by your printer) • Troubleshooting problems with photos Series. • Scanning (if supported by your printer)...
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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. Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty statement that shipped with your printer. Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty that shipped with your...
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. Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty statement that shipped with your printer. Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty that shipped with your...
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... Operating system notice All features and functions are operating system-dependent. period of Warranty information varies by Lexmark International, Inc. this printer will be free of Limited Warranty section, click Inkjet & All-In-One Printers. 4 Scroll through the Web page to find (rest of world) Limited Warranty Information To view ...to find (US) Where to view the warranty. original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 From the Statement of defects in printer, or set forth at printer. Introduction 16 materials and workmanship for a www.lexmark.com.
... Operating system notice All features and functions are operating system-dependent. period of Warranty information varies by Lexmark International, Inc. this printer will be free of Limited Warranty section, click Inkjet & All-In-One Printers. 4 Scroll through the Web page to find (rest of world) Limited Warranty Information To view ...to find (US) Where to view the warranty. original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 From the Statement of defects in printer, or set forth at printer. Introduction 16 materials and workmanship for a www.lexmark.com.
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... camera • Photo Card mode Checking the box contents 12 3 4 1 2 3 7 5 6 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 Telephone cord Use for the printer • User's... a USB cable separately. Setting up the printer Your printer may need to the power supply port located at the back of the printer 5 Quick Setup sheet Initial setup directions 6 Installation software CD • Installation software for faxing. Setting up the printer 17 For...
... camera • Photo Card mode Checking the box contents 12 3 4 1 2 3 7 5 6 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 Telephone cord Use for the printer • User's... a USB cable separately. Setting up the printer Your printer may need to the power supply port located at the back of the printer 5 Quick Setup sheet Initial setup directions 6 Installation software CD • Installation software for faxing. Setting up the printer 17 For...
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Setting up the printer 18 If you're 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 control panel. 4 If needed, install the correct control panel for standalone use 1 Unpack the printer. Setting up the printer for your language. Notes: • Place the printer near the computer during setup.
Setting up the printer 18 If you're 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 control panel. 4 If needed, install the correct control panel for standalone use 1 Unpack the printer. Setting up the printer for your language. Notes: • Place the printer near the computer during setup.
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5 Extend the paper exit tray. 6 Raise the paper support. 7 Extend the paper guides. 8 Load paper. 1 2 Setting up the printer 19
5 Extend the paper exit tray. 6 Raise the paper support. 7 Extend the paper guides. 8 Load paper. 1 2 Setting up the printer 19
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b Press to save. 12 If prompted, set the language. 1 2 1 a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the language you want appears on the display. 9 Connect the power cord. 10 Make sure the power is on. 11 If prompted, set the country or region. 1 2 1 Setting up the printer 20
b Press to save. 12 If prompted, set the language. 1 2 1 a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the language you want appears on the display. 9 Connect the power cord. 10 Make sure the power is on. 11 If prompted, set the country or region. 1 2 1 Setting up the printer 20
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a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the country or region you want appears on the levers. 15 Remove the tape from the black cartridge, and insert the cartridge in the left carrier. 16 Close the black cartridge carrier lid Setting up the printer 21 b Press to save. 13 Open the printer. 14 Press down on the display.
a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the country or region you want appears on the levers. 15 Remove the tape from the black cartridge, and insert the cartridge in the left carrier. 16 Close the black cartridge carrier lid Setting up the printer 21 b Press to save. 13 Open the printer. 14 Press down on the display.
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An alignment page prints. Setting up the printer 22 17 Remove the tape from the color cartridge, and insert the cartridge in the right carrier. 18 Close the color cartridge carrier lid. 19 Close the printer. 20 Press .
An alignment page prints. Setting up the printer 22 17 Remove the tape from the color cartridge, and insert the cartridge in the right carrier. 18 Close the color cartridge carrier lid. 19 Close the printer. 20 Press .
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...1 Paper support Load paper. 2 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera or a flash drive to the printer. 3 Memory card slots Insert a memory card. 4 Control panel Operate the printer. For more information, see "Using the control panel" on the alignment page are normal, and do not indicate .... Notes: • The alignment page may differ from the one shown. • Streaks on page 35. 5 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits. 6 Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding. 7 Top cover Access the scanner glass. 8 Scanner glass Copy, scan, fax, or remove an item.
...1 Paper support Load paper. 2 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera or a flash drive to the printer. 3 Memory card slots Insert a memory card. 4 Control panel Operate the printer. For more information, see "Using the control panel" on the alignment page are normal, and do not indicate .... Notes: • The alignment page may differ from the one shown. • Streaks on page 35. 5 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits. 6 Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding. 7 Top cover Access the scanner glass. 8 Scanner glass Copy, scan, fax, or remove an item.
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1 2 34 5 6 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 a data/fax modem, telephone, or answering machine to the printer. Note: Do not connect additional devices to the LINE port, and...
1 2 34 5 6 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 a data/fax modem, telephone, or answering machine to the printer. Note: Do not connect additional devices to the LINE port, and...
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... Line port of the telephone cord into an electrical outlet that other telecommunications equipment, use the fax feature during a lightning storm. Do not set up the printer 25 Getting the printer ready to fax CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Do not use the telephone line adapter included in the box with port ...Connect the printer to an answering machine or other electrical devices have been using the power cord. 1 Plug the cord all the way into the power supply on , press . Use the To 6 Power supply with the printer. 1 Connect one end of the...
... Line port of the telephone cord into an electrical outlet that other telecommunications equipment, use the fax feature during a lightning storm. Do not set up the printer 25 Getting the printer ready to fax CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Do not use the telephone line adapter included in the box with port ...Connect the printer to an answering machine or other electrical devices have been using the power cord. 1 Plug the cord all the way into the power supply on , press . Use the To 6 Power supply with the printer. 1 Connect one end of the...