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January 2003 www.lexmark.com Z700 Series Color Jetprinter™ P700 Series Photo Jetprinter™ User's Guide for Windows • Setup troubleshooting A checklist to find solutions to common setup problems. • Printer overview Learn about the printer parts and the printer software. • Printing ideas How to print several projects on various types of paper. • Maintenance Caring for your cartridges and ordering supplies. • General troubleshooting Error messages, print quality problems, paper jams, and much more.
January 2003 www.lexmark.com Z700 Series Color Jetprinter™ P700 Series Photo Jetprinter™ User's Guide for Windows • Setup troubleshooting A checklist to find solutions to common setup problems. • Printer overview Learn about the printer parts and the printer software. • Printing ideas How to print several projects on various types of paper. • Maintenance Caring for your cartridges and ordering supplies. • General troubleshooting Error messages, print quality problems, paper jams, and much more.
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Contents Chapter 1: Printer overview 5 Understanding the printer parts 5 Using memory cards (Lexmark P700 Series only 7 Using the printer software 8 Using the paper type sensor 12 Chapter 2: Printing ideas 13 Printing on plain paper 13 Printing photos 14 ... Printing transparencies 35 Printing your document in reverse order 37 Printing a banner 39 Printing on custom size paper 41 Chapter 3: Maintenance 43 Replacing the print cartridges 43 Aligning the print cartridges 47 Improving print quality 47 Contents 3
Contents Chapter 1: Printer overview 5 Understanding the printer parts 5 Using memory cards (Lexmark P700 Series only 7 Using the printer software 8 Using the paper type sensor 12 Chapter 2: Printing ideas 13 Printing on plain paper 13 Printing photos 14 ... Printing transparencies 35 Printing your document in reverse order 37 Printing a banner 39 Printing on custom size paper 41 Chapter 3: Maintenance 43 Replacing the print cartridges 43 Aligning the print cartridges 47 Improving print quality 47 Contents 3
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Preserving the print cartridges 49 Ordering supplies 50 Chapter 4: Setup troubleshooting 51 Troubleshooting checklist 51 Solving printer software installation problems 52 Chapter 5: General troubleshooting 55 Solving network printing problems 55 Understanding error messages and flashing lights 55 Resolving unsuccessful or slow printing 57 Clearing paper misfeeds or jams 59 Solving print quality problems 60 Solving specialty media problems 63 Notices 64 Glossary 66 Index 70 Contents 4
Preserving the print cartridges 49 Ordering supplies 50 Chapter 4: Setup troubleshooting 51 Troubleshooting checklist 51 Solving printer software installation problems 52 Chapter 5: General troubleshooting 55 Solving network printing problems 55 Understanding error messages and flashing lights 55 Resolving unsuccessful or slow printing 57 Clearing paper misfeeds or jams 59 Solving print quality problems 60 Solving specialty media problems 63 Notices 64 Glossary 66 Index 70 Contents 4
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Understanding the printer parts 6 Use this: Front cover Memory card slots Paper exit tray When you want to: • Install or change print cartridges. • Clear paper jams. Access your photos. Lexmark P700 Series Photo Jetprinter™ USB cable connector Power supply connector Paper support Paper guide and release tab Front cover Paper exit tray Paper Feed button Power button Memory card slots USB card reader The following table describes each part. Stack paper after printing.
Understanding the printer parts 6 Use this: Front cover Memory card slots Paper exit tray When you want to: • Install or change print cartridges. • Clear paper jams. Access your photos. Lexmark P700 Series Photo Jetprinter™ USB cable connector Power supply connector Paper support Paper guide and release tab Front cover Paper exit tray Paper Feed button Power button Memory card slots USB card reader The following table describes each part. Stack paper after printing.
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... copy, and so on both sides of the page. • Side Flip or Top Flip to print. Note: This option is not available if a black cartridge is not listed, select Custom Size. Portrait or Landscape. Print Layout tab From: Layout Duplexing Select: Normal, Banner, Mirror, N-up, Poster, or Booklet. • Two... Size Orientation Select: Paper, Envelope, Banner, or Borderless, and then select the size specific to save the ink in Black and White to your color cartridge. 6 Click OK to print more than one copy of a document. For help, see page 41.
... copy, and so on both sides of the page. • Side Flip or Top Flip to print. Note: This option is not available if a black cartridge is not listed, select Custom Size. Portrait or Landscape. Print Layout tab From: Layout Duplexing Select: Normal, Banner, Mirror, N-up, Poster, or Booklet. • Two... Size Orientation Select: Paper, Envelope, Banner, or Borderless, and then select the size specific to save the ink in Black and White to your color cartridge. 6 Click OK to print more than one copy of a document. For help, see page 41.
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...; View information about how to purchase new cartridges. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles. • Align the cartridges. • Solve other problems. Note: Do not click this tab while a job is a guide you can refer to open the LSC: • Click Start Programs Lexmark Z700-P700 Series Lexmark Z700-P700 Series Solution Center. • Double...
...; View information about how to purchase new cartridges. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles. • Align the cartridges. • Solve other problems. Note: Do not click this tab while a job is a guide you can refer to open the LSC: • Click Start Programs Lexmark Z700-P700 Series Lexmark Z700-P700 Series Solution Center. • Double...
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... need to manually adjust settings such as: • Paper size • Page margins • Image size Refer to 25 sheets at a time, depending on cartridges, see page 19. You can also use photo paper that is made for inkjet printers. Note: You may need to print with your printer. •...; A photo cartridge. Step 2: Customize the print settings If you are using specialty media, follow the steps for your document Click OK. You can load up to your...
... need to manually adjust settings such as: • Paper size • Page margins • Image size Refer to 25 sheets at a time, depending on cartridges, see page 19. You can also use photo paper that is made for inkjet printers. Note: You may need to print with your printer. •...; A photo cartridge. Step 2: Customize the print settings If you are using specialty media, follow the steps for your document Click OK. You can load up to your...
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...; Squeeze and slide the paper guide to conserve ink in your document open, click File Print. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 With your color print cartridge. Printing color images in black helps to the left side of the paper. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog box, click Properties...
...; Squeeze and slide the paper guide to conserve ink in your document open, click File Print. Step 2: Customize the print settings 1 With your color print cartridge. Printing color images in black helps to the left side of the paper. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog box, click Properties...
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... sure the power light is busy. For information about ordering supplies, see page 50. 3 Maintenance Replacing the print cartridges The Lexmark Z700-P700 Series uses the following cartridges: Left cartridge carrier: Color cartridges only 19 20 25 Right cartridge carrier: Black or Photo cartridges 48 50 55 90 (Photo) Note: You can use the printer with a photo...
... sure the power light is busy. For information about ordering supplies, see page 50. 3 Maintenance Replacing the print cartridges The Lexmark Z700-P700 Series uses the following cartridges: Left cartridge carrier: Color cartridges only 19 20 25 Right cartridge carrier: Black or Photo cartridges 48 50 55 90 (Photo) Note: You can use the printer with a photo...
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Replacing the print cartridges 44 Store them in an airtight container or dispose of them properly. 3 Pull the cartridges toward you until you hear a snap. 4 Remove the used cartridges.
Replacing the print cartridges 44 Store them in an airtight container or dispose of them properly. 3 Pull the cartridges toward you until you hear a snap. 4 Remove the used cartridges.
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..., 55, or 90 (Photo) Note: To extend the life of the cartridges. 2 Insert the color cartridge in the right carrier. Installing the cartridges 1 If you use, the color of the cartridge tops may vary. Depending on the part numbers you are installing new cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom...
..., 55, or 90 (Photo) Note: To extend the life of the cartridges. 2 Insert the color cartridge in the right carrier. Installing the cartridges 1 If you use, the color of the cartridge tops may vary. Depending on the part numbers you are installing new cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom...
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... page 11. 2 From the Maintenance tab, click Install a new print cartridge. 3 Select the type of cartridge you installed. Replacing the print cartridges 46 Note: The front cover must be incorrect. 4 Click OK or Next. 5 If you specify the print cartridge settings in the Lexmark Solution Center, ink levels may be closed to start a print job...
... page 11. 2 From the Maintenance tab, click Install a new print cartridge. 3 Select the type of cartridge you installed. Replacing the print cartridges 46 Note: The front cover must be incorrect. 4 Click OK or Next. 5 If you specify the print cartridge settings in the Lexmark Solution Center, ink levels may be closed to start a print job...
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..., bright white, or coated. • Select a higher print quality: 1 From your document, make sure you only align print cartridges after installing or replacing a cartridge. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. 3 From the Quality/Speed... area, select Better or Best. Aligning the print cartridges 47 To align the cartridges: 1 Load plain paper. 2 Open the Lexmark Solution Center. If you have completely removed the sticker and transparent tape from the printed page. Improving...
..., bright white, or coated. • Select a higher print quality: 1 From your document, make sure you only align print cartridges after installing or replacing a cartridge. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. 3 From the Quality/Speed... area, select Better or Best. Aligning the print cartridges 47 To align the cartridges: 1 Load plain paper. 2 Open the Lexmark Solution Center. If you have completely removed the sticker and transparent tape from the printed page. Improving...
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.... For help , see page 13. e Click Print. b Insert the print cartridges. A nozzle page prints, forcing ink through the nozzles to fix horizontal streaks. For help , see page 43. b Open the Lexmark Solution Center. d If print quality has not improved, continue with water. c ...Click the Maintenance tab. For help , see page 43. g If you want, follow these steps: 1 Reinsert the print cartridges: a Remove the print cartridges. Nozzles Improving print quality 48 d...
.... For help , see page 13. e Click Print. b Insert the print cartridges. A nozzle page prints, forcing ink through the nozzles to fix horizontal streaks. For help , see page 43. b Open the Lexmark Solution Center. d If print quality has not improved, continue with water. c ...Click the Maintenance tab. For help , see page 43. g If you want, follow these steps: 1 Reinsert the print cartridges: a Remove the print cartridges. Nozzles Improving print quality 48 d...
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... affect print quality and cause damage to install it in the direction shown. g Reinsert the print cartridges. A print cartridge storage unit is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridges. Lexmark's printer warranty does not cover repair of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for an extended period. Contacts e With another clean...
... affect print quality and cause damage to install it in the direction shown. g Reinsert the print cartridges. A print cartridge storage unit is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridges. Lexmark's printer warranty does not cover repair of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for an extended period. Contacts e With another clean...
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Item: Black cartridge Color cartridge Photo cartridge USB cable Part number: 48 50 55 19 20 25 90 12A2405 Ordering supplies 50 Ordering supplies To order supplies or locate a dealer near you, contact the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
Item: Black cartridge Color cartridge Photo cartridge USB cable Part number: 48 50 55 19 20 25 90 12A2405 Ordering supplies 50 Ordering supplies To order supplies or locate a dealer near you, contact the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
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... your list of both your printer and computer on page 55. For more information, refer to the network, your Lexmark adapter is connected to the adapter documentation. If you install the print cartridges correctly? Are any printer lights blinking? Setup troubleshooting 51 Is the paper loaded correctly? Is your USB cable securely...
... your list of both your printer and computer on page 55. For more information, refer to the network, your Lexmark adapter is connected to the adapter documentation. If you install the print cartridges correctly? Are any printer lights blinking? Setup troubleshooting 51 Is the paper loaded correctly? Is your USB cable securely...
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... 25% full or less. When this section to understand printer software error messages on your cartridges is running out of your computer screen and blinking lights on a Lexmark adapter, refer to a network with a Lexmark adapter, see "Printer has a paper jam" on page 60. Understanding error messages and flashing lights Use this message appears...
... 25% full or less. When this section to understand printer software error messages on your cartridges is running out of your computer screen and blinking lights on a Lexmark adapter, refer to a network with a Lexmark adapter, see "Printer has a paper jam" on page 60. Understanding error messages and flashing lights Use this message appears...
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... ? For help , see "Ordering supplies" on page 50. For more information about ordering supplies. • Order a new cartridge or locate a dealer near you by contacting the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. If the printer has a paper jam, see page 60. The paper feed light is blinking If the printer.... 2 Turn the printer off. 3 Wait a few seconds, and then turn the printer back on page 59. The power light is blinking The print cartridge carrier is out of paper: 1 Load paper. 2 Press the paper feed button. Understanding error messages and flashing lights 56 to get more help : ...
... ? For help , see "Ordering supplies" on page 50. For more information about ordering supplies. • Order a new cartridge or locate a dealer near you by contacting the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. If the printer has a paper jam, see page 60. The paper feed light is blinking If the printer.... 2 Turn the printer off. 3 Wait a few seconds, and then turn the printer back on page 59. The power light is blinking The print cartridge carrier is out of paper: 1 Load paper. 2 Press the paper feed button. Understanding error messages and flashing lights 56 to get more help : ...
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... Windows XP: Click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Printers and Faxes. 2 In the Printers folder, make sure there is only one Lexmark Z700-P700 Series printer icon. • If you have clogged nozzles. "Solving printer software installation problems" on . For help , first see...the transparent tape and sticker from the back and bottom of the print cartridges. Clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. For help , see page 45. • Your cartridge does not have not installed multiple copies of the print cartridges. For help , see page 45. • You installed the...
... Windows XP: Click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Printers and Faxes. 2 In the Printers folder, make sure there is only one Lexmark Z700-P700 Series printer icon. • If you have clogged nozzles. "Solving printer software installation problems" on . For help , first see...the transparent tape and sticker from the back and bottom of the print cartridges. Clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. For help , see page 45. • Your cartridge does not have not installed multiple copies of the print cartridges. For help , see page 45. • You installed the...