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...One Printer 946 User's Guide Click the links to the left for information on the features and operation of Dell Inc.; For the best service, make better use of data and tells you have the Dell printer Service Tag available. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for your country. A00 Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Dell... Picture Studio, and Dell Ink Management System are registered trademarks of Dell Inc. Visit Dell's website: www.dell.com/supplies. 3. See Express Service Code and Service Tag number. Dell Inc. ...
...One Printer 946 User's Guide Click the links to the left for information on the features and operation of Dell Inc.; For the best service, make better use of data and tells you have the Dell printer Service Tag available. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for your country. A00 Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Dell... Picture Studio, and Dell Ink Management System are registered trademarks of Dell Inc. Visit Dell's website: www.dell.com/supplies. 3. See Express Service Code and Service Tag number. Dell Inc. ...
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... you lift to gain access to the ink cartridges. 3 Operator panel Panel on the printer you load paper into the printer. 5 Paper exit tray Tray that holds your printer when you scan it. For more information, see Using the Operator Panel. 4 Paper input tray Where you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. Number...
... you lift to gain access to the ink cartridges. 3 Operator panel Panel on the printer you load paper into the printer. 5 Paper exit tray Tray that holds your printer when you scan it. For more information, see Using the Operator Panel. 4 Paper input tray Where you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. Number...
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... page when printing is complete. You may discard the page when printing Align Cartridges Press the Select button to view the level of ink in both cartridges. Print Test Page Press the Select button is complete. Press the right Arrow button Select button . Maintenance Mode Menu... right Arrow buttons to scroll to Maintenance. 2. A cleaning page prints. Maintenance Mode Main menu Mode Main Menu Copy Scan Fax Setup Maintenance Ink Levels Clean Cartridges Align Cartridges Print Test Page 1. From the main menu, use the left and right Arrow buttons to perform the task....
... page when printing is complete. You may discard the page when printing Align Cartridges Press the Select button to view the level of ink in both cartridges. Print Test Page Press the Select button is complete. Press the right Arrow button Select button . Maintenance Mode Menu... right Arrow buttons to scroll to Maintenance. 2. A cleaning page prints. Maintenance Mode Main menu Mode Main Menu Copy Scan Fax Setup Maintenance Ink Levels Clean Cartridges Align Cartridges Print Test Page 1. From the main menu, use the left and right Arrow buttons to perform the task....
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... in the ADF. The document is loaded text side up . The media absorbs ink well. You do not use in the ADF. The paper fits within these dimensions: Width: 8.27 - 8.5 inches (210.0 - 215.9 mm) Length: 11.0 - 14.0 inches (279.4 - ...
... in the ADF. The document is loaded text side up . The media absorbs ink well. You do not use in the ADF. The paper fits within these dimensions: Width: 8.27 - 8.5 inches (210.0 - 215.9 mm) Length: 11.0 - 14.0 inches (279.4 - ...
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... saved documents and images. Allows you to adjust printer settings. Dell Ink Management System™ - Dell Picture Studio™ - Warns you want to send the scanned image. Using the Dell All-In-One Center The Dell All-In-One Center allows you to : Scan, copy, fax..., and use productivity tools. Understanding the Software Using the Dell All-In-One Center Using Printing Preferences Using Dell Picture Studio Dell Ink Management System Removing and Reinstalling Software The printer software includes: Dell All-In-One Center - Allows you to manage, edit, display, print, and...
... saved documents and images. Allows you to adjust printer settings. Dell Ink Management System™ - Dell Picture Studio™ - Warns you want to send the scanned image. Using the Dell All-In-One Center The Dell All-In-One Center allows you to : Scan, copy, fax..., and use productivity tools. Understanding the Software Using the Dell All-In-One Center Using Printing Preferences Using Dell Picture Studio Dell Ink Management System Removing and Reinstalling Software The printer software includes: Dell All-In-One Center - Allows you to manage, edit, display, print, and...
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... to set the paper type manually, or have selected Use Color Cartridge for all Black Printing. Allows you have the printer sensor detect the paper type automatically. Borderless - Automatic Image Sharpening - Automatically select the best image sharpening level based on...and type of paper. Select Normal, Banner, Mirror, N-up, Poster, Booklet, or Borderless. Paper Size - Dell Customer Experience Improvement Program - Media Type - Print your color ink cartridge. More Options - Allows you can print using portrait or landscape orientation. NOTE: You cannot select this ...
... to set the paper type manually, or have selected Use Color Cartridge for all Black Printing. Allows you have the printer sensor detect the paper type automatically. Borderless - Automatic Image Sharpening - Automatically select the best image sharpening level based on...and type of paper. Select Normal, Banner, Mirror, N-up, Poster, Booklet, or Borderless. Paper Size - Dell Customer Experience Improvement Program - Media Type - Print your color ink cartridge. More Options - Allows you can print using portrait or landscape orientation. NOTE: You cannot select this ...
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...the option is cleared from More Options, located on the Advanced tab of the Printing Preferences. When one or both of print jobs the printer completes. If your color ink cartridge is out of ink, you continue printing, the print job may not print as a result of the type of your... cartridge is used for all color documents will print in the cartridge. The When your ink cartridge levels are empty, the Reserve Tank window appears on your black ink cartridge is out of pages remaining changes as you can choose to print. Dell Ink Management System Each time you install a new...
...the option is cleared from More Options, located on the Advanced tab of the Printing Preferences. When one or both of print jobs the printer completes. If your color ink cartridge is out of ink, you continue printing, the print job may not print as a result of the type of your... cartridge is used for all color documents will print in the cartridge. The When your ink cartridge levels are empty, the Reserve Tank window appears on your black ink cartridge is out of pages remaining changes as you can choose to print. Dell Ink Management System Each time you install a new...
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... appear: a. Click Start Programs or All Programs Dell Printers Dell AIO Printer 946. 2. b. In Windows 2000, double-click My Computer from your printer, you can remove and reinstall the printer software. 1. The Complete-A-Print check box is ...automatically reset when a new or different cartridge is installed. When the printer software installation screen appears, click Personal Installation or Network Installation. Reserve Tank dialog box does not display again until after the low ink...
... appear: a. Click Start Programs or All Programs Dell Printers Dell AIO Printer 946. 2. b. In Windows 2000, double-click My Computer from your printer, you can remove and reinstall the printer software. 1. The Complete-A-Print check box is ...automatically reset when a new or different cartridge is installed. When the printer software installation screen appears, click Personal Installation or Network Installation. Reserve Tank dialog box does not display again until after the low ink...
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... at the loading position unless the printer is busy. 3. Dell does not provide warranty coverage for your printer. 2. Dell recommends Dell ink cartridges for problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components not supplied by Dell. Lift the printer unit. To order by phone. Ink Cartridge Maintenance Replacing Ink Cartridges Aligning Ink Cartridges Cleaning the Ink Cartridge Nozzles CAUTION: Before performing any...
... at the loading position unless the printer is busy. 3. Dell does not provide warranty coverage for your printer. 2. Dell recommends Dell ink cartridges for problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components not supplied by Dell. Lift the printer unit. To order by phone. Ink Cartridge Maintenance Replacing Ink Cartridges Aligning Ink Cartridges Cleaning the Ink Cartridge Nozzles CAUTION: Before performing any...
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Remove the old ink cartridges. 5. For photo printing, use for normal printing). 3. 4. NOTE: The illustration below shows a black cartridge and a color cartridge (use a photo cartridge (sold separately) and a color cartridge. If you received with your photo cartridge, or dispose of each ink cartridge. Store the cartridges in an air-tight container, such as the storage unit you are installing new ink cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of them. 6.
Remove the old ink cartridges. 5. For photo printing, use for normal printing). 3. 4. NOTE: The illustration below shows a black cartridge and a color cartridge (use a photo cartridge (sold separately) and a color cartridge. If you received with your photo cartridge, or dispose of each ink cartridge. Store the cartridges in an air-tight container, such as the storage unit you are installing new ink cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of them. 6.
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Snap each lid closed. 9. 7. Make sure the black or photo ink cartridge is secure in the left ink cartridge carrier, and the color ink cartridge is secure in the right ink cartridge carrier. 8. Insert the new ink cartridges.
Snap each lid closed. 9. 7. Make sure the black or photo ink cartridge is secure in the left ink cartridge carrier, and the color ink cartridge is secure in the right ink cartridge carrier. 8. Insert the new ink cartridges.
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... formed or are installed or replaced. From the main menu, use the left margin, or when vertical or straight lines appear wavy. Aligning Ink Cartridges Your printer automatically aligns the ink cartridges when they are not aligned at the left and right Arrow buttons 3. After you can print an alignment page. 8. 9. Close the...
... formed or are installed or replaced. From the main menu, use the left margin, or when vertical or straight lines appear wavy. Aligning Ink Cartridges Your printer automatically aligns the ink cartridges when they are not aligned at the left and right Arrow buttons 3. After you can print an alignment page. 8. 9. Close the...
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In Windows XP, click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Printers and Faxes. Press the Select button . A blue and black alignment page prints. Right-click the Dell AIO Printer 946 icon. 4. Vertical lines appear jagged or edges appear rough. 1. to scroll to clean the ...nozzles when: White lines appear in graphics or solid black areas. For more information, see Loading Paper. 2. The ink cartridges align as the...
In Windows XP, click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Printers and Faxes. Press the Select button . A blue and black alignment page prints. Right-click the Dell AIO Printer 946 icon. 4. Vertical lines appear jagged or edges appear rough. 1. to scroll to clean the ...nozzles when: White lines appear in graphics or solid black areas. For more information, see Loading Paper. 2. The ink cartridges align as the...
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... more information, see Loading Paper. 2. The Printing Preferences dialog box opens. 5. Load plain paper. Right-click the Dell™ All-In-One Printer 946 icon. 4. The cleaning page prints. Click Printing Preferences. To clean the ink cartridges from the operator panel: 1. The cleaning page prints. From the main menu, use the left and right Arrow...
... more information, see Loading Paper. 2. The Printing Preferences dialog box opens. 5. Load plain paper. Right-click the Dell™ All-In-One Printer 946 icon. 4. The cleaning page prints. Click Printing Preferences. To clean the ink cartridges from the operator panel: 1. The cleaning page prints. From the main menu, use the left and right Arrow...
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...or paused. 1. If Pause Printing is firmly connected to each cartridge. Reconnect the printer power cable to your printer and your Printers folder, make sure you installed the ink cartridges correctly and removed the sticker and tape from the electrical outlet. Ensure you ...clear the option. Also, do not install printer software multiple times from your printer and your printer as Default Printer. 5. Check for your computer. Right-click Dell AIO Printer 946, and select Set as Default. In Windows 2000, click Start Settings Printers. 2. Reconnect the USB cable to the ...
...or paused. 1. If Pause Printing is firmly connected to each cartridge. Reconnect the printer power cable to your printer and your Printers folder, make sure you installed the ink cartridges correctly and removed the sticker and tape from the electrical outlet. Ensure you ...clear the option. Also, do not install printer software multiple times from your printer and your printer as Default Printer. 5. Check for your computer. Right-click Dell AIO Printer 946, and select Set as Default. In Windows 2000, click Start Settings Printers. 2. Reconnect the USB cable to the ...
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... The printer ID and ink cartridge Install a new Color, Black or Photo ink cartridge. For example, use Dell Premium Photo Paper if you are installed in the Color ink cartridge. more information, see Replacing Ink Cartridges. For more information, see Replacing Ink Cartridges. Install a new Black ink cartridge. For more information, see Replacing Ink Cartridges. Incorrect Print Head One of...
... The printer ID and ink cartridge Install a new Color, Black or Photo ink cartridge. For example, use Dell Premium Photo Paper if you are installed in the Color ink cartridge. more information, see Replacing Ink Cartridges. For more information, see Replacing Ink Cartridges. Install a new Black ink cartridge. For more information, see Replacing Ink Cartridges. Incorrect Print Head One of...
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...Print. For additional solutions, go to support.dell.com. To select a higher print quality: 1. With your document again. 5. Click Preferences, Properties, or Options (depending on aligning, see Aligning Ink Cartridges and Cleaning the Ink Cartridge Nozzles. If the print quality does not... improve, try aligning or cleaning the ink cartridges. Select a higher print quality. The Printing Preferences dialog box opens....
...Print. For additional solutions, go to support.dell.com. To select a higher print quality: 1. With your document again. 5. Click Preferences, Properties, or Options (depending on aligning, see Aligning Ink Cartridges and Cleaning the Ink Cartridge Nozzles. If the print quality does not... improve, try aligning or cleaning the ink cartridges. Select a higher print quality. The Printing Preferences dialog box opens....