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... doesn't print 14 Paper misfeeds or jams 16 Document prints with mistakes or poor quality 17 Problems with transparencies or envelopes 19 Error messages and flashing lights 20 Appendix 21 Installing printer software 21 Uninstalling printer software 22 Printing from DOS 22 Statement of Limited Warranty 22 Warranty 22 Electronic emission notices 24...
... doesn't print 14 Paper misfeeds or jams 16 Document prints with mistakes or poor quality 17 Problems with transparencies or envelopes 19 Error messages and flashing lights 20 Appendix 21 Installing printer software 21 Uninstalling printer software 22 Printing from DOS 22 Statement of Limited Warranty 22 Warranty 22 Electronic emission notices 24...
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... to click Next on any screens. If you need to change your printer port is set to an LPTn port for the solution. To check your printer port and change your printing problem, and then read the category for a parallel cable, or to click Cancel on any screens. Follow the ...instructions on page 21, making sure to a USB port for an explanation of printer parts, including the buttons, lights, and locations of printing problems in the Where area. 3 If you are using a parallel cable, make sure that describes your...
... to click Next on any screens. If you need to change your printer port is set to an LPTn port for the solution. To check your printer port and change your printing problem, and then read the category for a parallel cable, or to click Cancel on any screens. Follow the ...instructions on page 21, making sure to a USB port for an explanation of printer parts, including the buttons, lights, and locations of printing problems in the Where area. 3 If you are using a parallel cable, make sure that describes your...
User's Guide for Windows 95 and Windows 98 (1.5 MB)
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...communications is enabled in and turned On. The following events also indicate two-way communications problems: • A message displays on your printer software: 1 From the printer's Control Program, click the Options tab. 2 Make sure Disable Printer to PC Communications is not selected. If you are using a parallel cable or to... If you are using a parallel cable, make sure that : • The parallel or USB cable is securely attached to both the printer and the computer. • Your printer port is set to an LPTn port if you are using a USB cable. For help, see page 13. • The...
...communications is enabled in and turned On. The following events also indicate two-way communications problems: • A message displays on your printer software: 1 From the printer's Control Program, click the Options tab. 2 Make sure Disable Printer to PC Communications is not selected. If you are using a parallel cable or to... If you are using a parallel cable, make sure that : • The parallel or USB cable is securely attached to both the printer and the computer. • Your printer port is set to an LPTn port if you are using a USB cable. For help, see page 13. • The...
User's Guide for Windows 95 and Windows 98 (1.5 MB)
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...against the side of the paper should line up with your printer, and it is an IEEE 1284compliant parallel cable that supports bidirectional printing. • Your Lexmark printer is not damaged. If you load it is set as the default printer. Depending on the thickness of your paper, the sheet ..., and it . Test page does not print Make sure: • Your print cartridge is on a flat, level surface. Printer does not feed envelopes If regular paper feeds without problems, make sure: • You are using a parallel cable, make sure it is selected in the sheet feeder. Paper misfeeds...
...against the side of the paper should line up with your printer, and it is an IEEE 1284compliant parallel cable that supports bidirectional printing. • Your Lexmark printer is not damaged. If you load it is set as the default printer. Depending on the thickness of your paper, the sheet ..., and it . Test page does not print Make sure: • Your print cartridge is on a flat, level surface. Printer does not feed envelopes If regular paper feeds without problems, make sure: • You are using a parallel cable, make sure it is selected in the sheet feeder. Paper misfeeds...
User's Guide for Windows 95 and Windows 98 (1.5 MB)
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...the paper. • The Paper Type setting in the Printer Properties matches the paper type loaded in the Printer Properties. Print is appropriate for the paper type. For help, see page 4. Printed pages have two-way communications problems. For help , see page 14. If you are ...clean. Print smears on regular paper, select the Normal 600dpi Print Quality setting in the Printer Properties. For help, see page 4. • Your printer may have alternating bands of the Control Program...
...the paper. • The Paper Type setting in the Printer Properties matches the paper type loaded in the Printer Properties. Print is appropriate for the paper type. For help, see page 4. Printed pages have two-way communications problems. For help , see page 14. If you are ...clean. Print smears on regular paper, select the Normal 600dpi Print Quality setting in the Printer Properties. For help, see page 4. • Your printer may have alternating bands of the Control Program...
User's Guide for Windows 95 and Windows 98 (1.5 MB)
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... stick together • Remove each page as the default printer. • Your printer may have two-way communication problems. For help, see page 4. • Your print nozzles may override the Printer Properties settings. The printer settings I selected changed • When you change the ...dry completely before stacking. • Use a transparency designed for an inkjet printer. Troubleshooting Characters are missing or unexpected • Make sure your Lexmark printer is selected as it exits the printer and allow to the specific document you opened with your application for more...
... stick together • Remove each page as the default printer. • Your printer may have two-way communication problems. For help, see page 4. • Your print nozzles may override the Printer Properties settings. The printer settings I selected changed • When you change the ...dry completely before stacking. • Use a transparency designed for an inkjet printer. Troubleshooting Characters are missing or unexpected • Make sure your Lexmark printer is selected as it exits the printer and allow to the specific document you opened with your application for more...
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... 27 •• tions 6 D diagram of printer parts 26 diskettes, installing printer software 21 DOS printing 7, 22 downloaded printer driver installing 21 E electronic emission notices 24 Energy Star notice 25 envelopes loading 2 problems 16 setting recommenda- Index A aligning print cartridge 10 ...B banding 18 banners loading 2, 3 printing 3 recommended paper 3 selecting in Printer Prop- tions 6 bidirectional communications disabling 14 problems 14 blinking lights 20 buttons 26 C cards loading 2 setting recommendations 6 cartridge, print aligning 10 cleaning ...
... 27 •• tions 6 D diagram of printer parts 26 diskettes, installing printer software 21 DOS printing 7, 22 downloaded printer driver installing 21 E electronic emission notices 24 Energy Star notice 25 envelopes loading 2 problems 16 setting recommenda- Index A aligning print cartridge 10 ...B banding 18 banners loading 2, 3 printing 3 recommended paper 3 selecting in Printer Prop- tions 6 bidirectional communications disabling 14 problems 14 blinking lights 20 buttons 26 C cards loading 2 setting recommendations 6 cartridge, print aligning 10 cleaning ...
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...intermittent printing 18 internet printing Web Smoothing 5 iron-on transfers 2 postcards 2 transparencies 2 location of printer parts 26 M messages, error Ink Low 20 Paper Jam 17 Printer Offline 15 N notices electronic emission 24 Energy Star 25 European Community Directives Conformity 24 FCC 24 ...cartridge 1 parallel cable 24 USB cable 24 postcards loading 2 setting recommenda- tions 6 Power button 26 Power light 20 power supply connection problems 13 replacement 25 power supply connector 26 print cartridge aligning 10 Ink Low message 20 installing 8 part numbers 1 replacing 8 storing 12...
...intermittent printing 18 internet printing Web Smoothing 5 iron-on transfers 2 postcards 2 transparencies 2 location of printer parts 26 M messages, error Ink Low 20 Paper Jam 17 Printer Offline 15 N notices electronic emission 24 Energy Star 25 European Community Directives Conformity 24 FCC 24 ...cartridge 1 parallel cable 24 USB cable 24 postcards loading 2 setting recommenda- tions 6 Power button 26 Power light 20 power supply connection problems 13 replacement 25 power supply connector 26 print cartridge aligning 10 Ink Low message 20 installing 8 part numbers 1 replacing 8 storing 12...
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... paper 6 cards 6 custom size paper 6 envelopes 6 greeting cards 6 index cards 6 iron-on transfers 6 postcards 6 transparencies 6 sheet feeder locating 26 software, printer Control Program 7 downloading 21 installing 21 Printer Properties 4 uninstalling 22 solving printer problems See troubleshooting Statement of Limited Warranty 22 supplies, ordering 7 T test page alignment 10 does not print 16 nozzle test pattern...
... paper 6 cards 6 custom size paper 6 envelopes 6 greeting cards 6 index cards 6 iron-on transfers 6 postcards 6 transparencies 6 sheet feeder locating 26 software, printer Control Program 7 downloading 21 installing 21 Printer Properties 4 uninstalling 22 solving printer problems See troubleshooting Statement of Limited Warranty 22 supplies, ordering 7 T test page alignment 10 does not print 16 nozzle test pattern...
User's Guide for Windows 2000 (2.3 MB)
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... the pages you encounter a problem. Just click an index entry, and go to print, and click OK. Home page Lexmark™ Z12 Color Jetprinter™ User's Guide for solving printing problems. Appendix provides notices and safety... information. Index provides quick links to the information you how to the Home page. • To view edition and trademark information, click the Edition notice. • To print this guide when you have questions about your printer...
... the pages you encounter a problem. Just click an index entry, and go to print, and click OK. Home page Lexmark™ Z12 Color Jetprinter™ User's Guide for solving printing problems. Appendix provides notices and safety... information. Index provides quick links to the information you how to the Home page. • To view edition and trademark information, click the Edition notice. • To print this guide when you have questions about your printer...
User's Guide for Windows 2000 (2.3 MB)
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From the following list of printing problems, select a category that can occur and explains what you are experiencing. General printing problems Printer doesn't print Paper misfeeds or jams Document prints with mistakes or poor quality Problems with transparencies, photos, or envelopes Error messages and flashing lights 34 Then search for the solution to your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Index Troubleshooting This section lists printer problems that describes the type of problem you can do to basic printing Maintaining your problem. Steps to solve them.
From the following list of printing problems, select a category that can occur and explains what you are experiencing. General printing problems Printer doesn't print Paper misfeeds or jams Document prints with mistakes or poor quality Problems with transparencies, photos, or envelopes Error messages and flashing lights 34 Then search for the solution to your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Index Troubleshooting This section lists printer problems that describes the type of problem you can do to basic printing Maintaining your problem. Steps to solve them.
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... is securely attached to the Troubleshooting section of your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Troubleshooting General printing problems When there is a problem, first make sure: • The power supply is connected to the printer and plugged into a properly grounded electrical outlet. • The printer is turned On. • The printer cable is checked. Steps to basic printing Maintaining...
... is securely attached to the Troubleshooting section of your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Troubleshooting General printing problems When there is a problem, first make sure: • The power supply is connected to the printer and plugged into a properly grounded electrical outlet. • The printer is turned On. • The printer cable is checked. Steps to basic printing Maintaining...
User's Guide for Windows 2000 (2.3 MB)
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... problems: • A message appears on your computer screen indicating that : • The printer software has been installed correctly. See page 48. • The parallel or USB cable is securely attached to both the printer and the computer. • The printer is... to communicate properly. Steps to basic printing Maintaining your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Troubleshooting Printer doesn't print If your printer doesn't print, your printer and your computer screen. Before proceeding, verify that your printer cannot establish bidirectional communications with your computer. • ...
... problems: • A message appears on your computer screen indicating that : • The printer software has been installed correctly. See page 48. • The parallel or USB cable is securely attached to both the printer and the computer. • The printer is... to communicate properly. Steps to basic printing Maintaining your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Troubleshooting Printer doesn't print If your printer doesn't print, your printer and your computer screen. Before proceeding, verify that your printer cannot establish bidirectional communications with your computer. • ...
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...loading envelopes, see page 5. • If regular paper feeds without problems, load the envelopes vertically against the side of the sheet feeder. Make sure the paper guide is supported by your printer. • Your application may not be designed to basic printing Maintaining ...your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Index Troubleshooting Printer does not feed envelopes or specialty media • Make sure your application's ...
...loading envelopes, see page 5. • If regular paper feeds without problems, load the envelopes vertically against the side of the sheet feeder. Make sure the paper guide is supported by your printer. • Your application may not be designed to basic printing Maintaining ...your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Index Troubleshooting Printer does not feed envelopes or specialty media • Make sure your application's ...
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For help , see page 41. 46 Problems with an inkjet printer. Transparencies or photos contain white lines • From the Print Quality area, select High Quality. Printer does not feed envelopes or specialty media For help , see page 28. For help, see page... as it exits the printer, and allow it to basic printing Maintaining your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Index Troubleshooting Characters are missing or unexpected • Make sure your Lexmark Z12 printer driver is selected as the default printer. • Your printer may have bidirectional communication problems. For help, see ...
For help , see page 41. 46 Problems with an inkjet printer. Transparencies or photos contain white lines • From the Print Quality area, select High Quality. Printer does not feed envelopes or specialty media For help , see page 28. For help, see page... as it exits the printer, and allow it to basic printing Maintaining your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Index Troubleshooting Characters are missing or unexpected • Make sure your Lexmark Z12 printer driver is selected as the default printer. • Your printer may have bidirectional communication problems. For help, see ...
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...E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Index A About tab 20 aligning print cartridges 25 allows 19 B banding 44 banner paper loading 9, 10 settings 16 bidirectional communications problem indicators 36 black cartridge part number 22 blinking lights Paper Feed 47 Power light 47 C cards loading 7 cartridge storage unit 32 Cartridge tab 20 cartridges, ... 20 using 19 custom size paper loading 8 settings 16 D dark or smudged print 42 default settings 14 diskettes, creating 48 downloaded printer driver, installing 48 E envelopes loading 6 settings 14, 29 error messages Ink Low 47 Paper Jam 47...
...E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Index A About tab 20 aligning print cartridges 25 allows 19 B banding 44 banner paper loading 9, 10 settings 16 bidirectional communications problem indicators 36 black cartridge part number 22 blinking lights Paper Feed 47 Power light 47 C cards loading 7 cartridge storage unit 32 Cartridge tab 20 cartridges, ... 20 using 19 custom size paper loading 8 settings 16 D dark or smudged print 42 default settings 14 diskettes, creating 48 downloaded printer driver, installing 48 E envelopes loading 6 settings 14, 29 error messages Ink Low 47 Paper Jam 47...
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tion 12 opening from Windows 12 tabs 11 printing problems color quality 45 error messages 47 general 35 poor quality 42 52 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Index P Page Setup tab 13 Paper Feed light 21... replacing 21 print media loading 6 print nozzles cleaning 28 wiping 30 print quality improving 25 troubleshooting 42 printer driver downloading 48 installing 48 uninstalling 49 printer setup, troubleshooting 48 printer software installing 48 uninstalling 49 printer software installation, troubleshooting 48 Printing Preferences customizing 11 opening from an applica-
tion 12 opening from Windows 12 tabs 11 printing problems color quality 45 error messages 47 general 35 poor quality 42 52 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Index P Page Setup tab 13 Paper Feed light 21... replacing 21 print media loading 6 print nozzles cleaning 28 wiping 30 print quality improving 25 troubleshooting 42 printer driver downloading 48 installing 48 uninstalling 49 printer setup, troubleshooting 48 printer software installing 48 uninstalling 49 printer software installation, troubleshooting 48 Printing Preferences customizing 11 opening from an applica-
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... E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Index specialty media 46 R release tab locating 5 using 5 resolving problems 48 reverse page order 13 S safety information 49 settings banner paper 16 custom size paper 16 envelopes 14, 29 greeting cards 14 index cards 14 ...17 photo cards 14 photo paper 15 postcards 14 recommended 14 transparencies 16 sheet feeder locating 5 using 5 software applications Control Program 19 software, printer installing 48 uninstalling 49 specialty papers settings 14 Status tab 20 supplies, ordering 20 T test page alignment 25 does not print 39 transparencies loading...
... E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Index specialty media 46 R release tab locating 5 using 5 resolving problems 48 reverse page order 13 S safety information 49 settings banner paper 16 custom size paper 16 envelopes 14, 29 greeting cards 14 index cards 14 ...17 photo cards 14 photo paper 15 postcards 14 recommended 14 transparencies 16 sheet feeder locating 5 using 5 software applications Control Program 19 software, printer installing 48 uninstalling 49 specialty papers settings 14 Status tab 20 supplies, ordering 20 T test page alignment 25 does not print 39 transparencies loading...
User's Guide for Macintosh (2.5 MB)
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.... • To print this guide: Index provides quick links to the information you encounter a problem. Tips for using this guide Troubleshooting provides information for solving printing problems. Appendix provides software installation instructions and safety information. • Use the buttons on the left ... of this guide when you have questions about your printer software for Mac OS 8.6 and Mac OS 9 Use this guide. • Click the left side of the screen to navigate through the pages. Lexmark™ Z12 Color Jetprinter™ User's Guide for printing. Steps...
.... • To print this guide: Index provides quick links to the information you encounter a problem. Tips for using this guide Troubleshooting provides information for solving printing problems. Appendix provides software installation instructions and safety information. • Use the buttons on the left ... of this guide when you have questions about your printer software for Mac OS 8.6 and Mac OS 9 Use this guide. • Click the left side of the screen to navigate through the pages. Lexmark™ Z12 Color Jetprinter™ User's Guide for printing. Steps...
User's Guide for Macintosh (2.5 MB)
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From the following list of printing problems, select a category that describes the type of problem you can do to your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Index Troubleshooting This section lists printing problems that can occur and explains what you are experiencing. General printing problems Printer doesn't print or prints slowly Paper misfeeds or jams Document prints with mistakes or poor quality Problems with transparencies, photos, or envelopes Error messages and flashing lights 44 Then search for the solution to solve them. Steps to basic printing Maintaining your problem.
From the following list of printing problems, select a category that describes the type of problem you can do to your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Index Troubleshooting This section lists printing problems that can occur and explains what you are experiencing. General printing problems Printer doesn't print or prints slowly Paper misfeeds or jams Document prints with mistakes or poor quality Problems with transparencies, photos, or envelopes Error messages and flashing lights 44 Then search for the solution to solve them. Steps to basic printing Maintaining your problem.