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Dell™ Personal Inkjet Printer J740 Owner's Manual Look Inside For: • Learning about your printer • Understanding the software • Maintenance and Troubleshooting www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com
Dell™ Personal Inkjet Printer J740 Owner's Manual Look Inside For: • Learning about your printer • Understanding the software • Maintenance and Troubleshooting www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com
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Paper guide Paper feed button Paper exit tray Paper support Power button Front cover Power supply USB cable Understanding your printer The table on page iv describes each part. Understanding your printer iii
Paper guide Paper feed button Paper exit tray Paper support Power button Front cover Power supply USB cable Understanding your printer The table on page iv describes each part. Understanding your printer iii
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...: Make sure paper feeds correctly into the printer. Connect your printer Accessing your User's Guide To access your User's Guide: Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers →Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → View User's Guide. Supply power to change cartridges. Open to the printer. Feed paper into the printer. Turn the printer on or off, or cancel a print job...
...: Make sure paper feeds correctly into the printer. Connect your printer Accessing your User's Guide To access your User's Guide: Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers →Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → View User's Guide. Supply power to change cartridges. Open to the printer. Feed paper into the printer. Turn the printer on or off, or cancel a print job...
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..., and Cautions v Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of your printer. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to change without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation; Reproduction in any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade... names other than its own UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS This software and documentation are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation is subject to avoid the problem. All rights reserved. Trademarks used in this document to refer to ...
..., and Cautions v Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of your printer. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to change without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation; Reproduction in any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade... names other than its own UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS This software and documentation are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation is subject to avoid the problem. All rights reserved. Trademarks used in this document to refer to ...
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... Notes, Notices, and Cautions v Caution: SAFETY INFORMATION vi 1 Learning about your printer Setting up the printer 2 Understanding the printer software 2 Print Properties 2 Dell Printer Solution Center 3 Understanding the paper type sensor 5 2 Using the printer Loading paper 7 Printing 9 Basic printing 9 Printing photos 9 Printing envelopes 10 Printing cards 10 Printing banners 10 Printing mirror images and iron-on...
... Notes, Notices, and Cautions v Caution: SAFETY INFORMATION vi 1 Learning about your printer Setting up the printer 2 Understanding the printer software 2 Print Properties 2 Dell Printer Solution Center 3 Understanding the paper type sensor 5 2 Using the printer Loading paper 7 Printing 9 Basic printing 9 Printing photos 9 Printing envelopes 10 Printing cards 10 Printing banners 10 Printing mirror images and iron-on...
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... 20 Envelopes do not feed properly 21 Document does not print 21 Printer is not communicating with computer 21 More troubleshooting 22 Error messages 22 Removing and reinstalling the printer software 25 Other help sources 26 5 Regulatory notices 6 Appendix Contacting Dell 32 Limited Warranties and Return Policy 42 Limited Warranty for the U.S 42...
... 20 Envelopes do not feed properly 21 Document does not print 21 Printer is not communicating with computer 21 More troubleshooting 22 Error messages 22 Removing and reinstalling the printer software 25 Other help sources 26 5 Regulatory notices 6 Appendix Contacting Dell 32 Limited Warranties and Return Policy 42 Limited Warranty for the U.S 42...
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SECTION 1 Learning about your printer Setting up the printer Understanding the printer software Understanding the paper type sensor 1
SECTION 1 Learning about your printer Setting up the printer Understanding the printer software Understanding the paper type sensor 1
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... in Print Properties. NOTE: Print Properties is available from almost every application that prints. • Dell Printer Solution Center-provides maintenance and troubleshooting help. To open Print Properties: 1 With your document open, click File → Print. 2 In... the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup (depending on your program or operating system). Understanding the printer software The printer software includes the: • Print Properties-helps you have not already done so, follow the instructions on your setup diagram to install the...
... in Print Properties. NOTE: Print Properties is available from almost every application that prints. • Dell Printer Solution Center-provides maintenance and troubleshooting help. To open Print Properties: 1 With your document open, click File → Print. 2 In... the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup (depending on your program or operating system). Understanding the printer software The printer software includes the: • Print Properties-helps you have not already done so, follow the instructions on your setup diagram to install the...
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To open the Dell Printer Solution Center, click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. The Dell Printer Solution Center appears. Dell Printer Solution Center The Dell Printer Solution Center is a guide you can refer to for printer help and to check the current printer status. Learning about your printer 3
To open the Dell Printer Solution Center, click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. The Dell Printer Solution Center appears. Dell Printer Solution Center The Dell Printer Solution Center is a guide you can refer to for printer help and to check the current printer status. Learning about your printer 3
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... (the tab that appears when you open the Dell Printer Solution Center) How To Troubleshooting Maintenance Contact Information Advanced You can: • Check the current printer status. • See what type of paper is in the printer. • View ink levels. • Receive information about basic ...8226; Align the ink cartridges. • Solve other problems. • Visit the supplies area online. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com The following table describes the Dell Printer Solution Center tabs. NOTE: Some links will not work while a job is in progress. • View ...
... (the tab that appears when you open the Dell Printer Solution Center) How To Troubleshooting Maintenance Contact Information Advanced You can: • Check the current printer status. • See what type of paper is in the printer. • View ink levels. • Receive information about basic ...8226; Align the ink cartridges. • Solve other problems. • Visit the supplies area online. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com The following table describes the Dell Printer Solution Center tabs. NOTE: Some links will not work while a job is in progress. • View ...
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.... The Print Properties screen appears. 3 Click the Paper Setup tab, and then select the paper size you turn it off : 1 With your printer 5 The Print Properties screen appears. 3 From the Paper Type section on your operating system). NOTE: To temporarily override the paper type sensor for ...types: • Plain paper • Coated paper • Glossy/photo paper • Transparencies If you want to turn it off . NOTE: Your printer cannot detect the paper size. Learning about your document open , click File → Print. 2 In the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, ...
.... The Print Properties screen appears. 3 Click the Paper Setup tab, and then select the paper size you turn it off : 1 With your printer 5 The Print Properties screen appears. 3 From the Paper Type section on your operating system). NOTE: To temporarily override the paper type sensor for ...types: • Plain paper • Coated paper • Glossy/photo paper • Transparencies If you want to turn it off . NOTE: Your printer cannot detect the paper size. Learning about your document open , click File → Print. 2 In the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, ...
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Loading paper To load most types of paper: 1 Place the paper against the right side of the paper support with the print side facing you and the top of the paper feeding into the printer. Transparencies and photos may require up to 15 minutes to the left edge of the paper. NOTE: To avoid smearing ink, remove each transparency or photo from the paper exit tray before the next one exits the printer. NOTE: Do not force paper into the paper support. 2 Squeeze and slide the paper guide to dry. Using the printer 7
Loading paper To load most types of paper: 1 Place the paper against the right side of the paper support with the print side facing you and the top of the paper feeding into the printer. Transparencies and photos may require up to 15 minutes to the left edge of the paper. NOTE: To avoid smearing ink, remove each transparency or photo from the paper exit tray before the next one exits the printer. NOTE: Do not force paper into the paper support. 2 Squeeze and slide the paper guide to dry. Using the printer 7
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.../supplies | support.dell.com To load other paper types, follow the loading instructions on the iron-on packaging. • The blank side faces you. 20 sheets of banner paper The banner paper is designed for use with inkjet printers. • The envelopes are loaded vertically against the right side ... follow these dimensions: Width - 76 to 216 mm - 3.0 to 8.5 in the upper left corner. • The envelopes are designed for use with inkjet printers. • You squeeze and slide the paper guide to : 150 sheets of plain paper 10 envelopes Make sure: The paper is designed for use with...
.../supplies | support.dell.com To load other paper types, follow the loading instructions on the iron-on packaging. • The blank side faces you. 20 sheets of banner paper The banner paper is designed for use with inkjet printers. • The envelopes are loaded vertically against the right side ... follow these dimensions: Width - 76 to 216 mm - 3.0 to 8.5 in the upper left corner. • The envelopes are designed for use with inkjet printers. • You squeeze and slide the paper guide to : 150 sheets of plain paper 10 envelopes Make sure: The paper is designed for use with...
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... letter size paper, and you want to print with normal quality, you do not need to dry. Printing photos 1 Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. 2 Click the How To tab. 3 From the Projects drop-down dialog box, select Photos. 4 Click View and follow the steps for...
... letter size paper, and you want to print with normal quality, you do not need to dry. Printing photos 1 Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. 2 Click the How To tab. 3 From the Projects drop-down dialog box, select Photos. 4 Click View and follow the steps for...
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...your banner. Printing mirror images and iron-on transfer package. 1 Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. 10 Using the printer NOTE: To apply the transfer to a blanket, pillowcase, sheet set, T-shirt or another piece of... NOTE: Loading excess banner paper may cause a paper jam. Printing banners 1 Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. 2 Click the How To tab. 3 From the Projects drop-down dialog box, select Cards. 4 Click...
...your banner. Printing mirror images and iron-on transfer package. 1 Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. 10 Using the printer NOTE: To apply the transfer to a blanket, pillowcase, sheet set, T-shirt or another piece of... NOTE: Loading excess banner paper may cause a paper jam. Printing banners 1 Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. 2 Click the How To tab. 3 From the Projects drop-down dialog box, select Cards. 4 Click...
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... transparencies 1 Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. 2 Click the How To tab. ...Select the poster size you want to print have a circle and a bar symbol over multiple pages. 1 Load paper. Using the printer 11 The pages that are open , click File → Print. 3 From the I Want To menu, select Make a ... the instructions to print your paper. 7 Click the Select Pages to Print button to reprint any printer software dialog boxes that are shaded. Printing posters You can print a poster of the paper 1 Load...
... transparencies 1 Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. 2 Click the How To tab. ...Select the poster size you want to print have a circle and a bar symbol over multiple pages. 1 Load paper. Using the printer 11 The pages that are open , click File → Print. 3 From the I Want To menu, select Make a ... the instructions to print your paper. 7 Click the Select Pages to Print button to reprint any printer software dialog boxes that are shaded. Printing posters You can print a poster of the paper 1 Load...
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...the pages turn like the pages of a magazine. b Click Continue Printing. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com 4 Make sure Two-Sided Printing is selected. 7 Click OK to a network. 12 Using the printer The odd-numbered pages print first, along with the printed side facing away from ... binding edge. If you and the arrows pointing down dialog box, select See more printing projects 1 Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. 2 Click the How To tab. 3 From the Projects drop-down into the paper tray.
...the pages turn like the pages of a magazine. b Click Continue Printing. www.dell.com/supplies | support.dell.com 4 Make sure Two-Sided Printing is selected. 7 Click OK to a network. 12 Using the printer The odd-numbered pages print first, along with the printed side facing away from ... binding edge. If you and the arrows pointing down dialog box, select See more printing projects 1 Click Start → Programs → Dell Printers → Dell Inkjet Printer J740 → Dell Printer Solution Center. 2 Click the How To tab. 3 From the Projects drop-down into the paper tray.
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... the second computer: 1 For Windows 2000, click Start → Settings → Printers. For Windows XP, click Start → Control Panel → Printers and Other Hardware → Printers and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Dell Inkjet Printer J740 icon. 3 For Windows 2000, click File Sharing. The shared printer name is shared. For Windows XP, click Sharing.... 4 For Windows 2000...
... the second computer: 1 For Windows 2000, click Start → Settings → Printers. For Windows XP, click Start → Control Panel → Printers and Other Hardware → Printers and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Dell Inkjet Printer J740 icon. 3 For Windows 2000, click File Sharing. The shared printer name is shared. For Windows XP, click Sharing.... 4 For Windows 2000...
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...page prints successfully, printer installation is a new printer, you want this printer as the default printer for this is complete. 14 Using the printer Print a test page to available drivers. 6 Select whether you may be prompted to install a printer driver. For Windows...Printers and Faxes. 2 Select the printer you will need to provide a path to verify printer installation: 1 For Windows 2000, click Start → Settings → Printers. If no system driver is available, then you just created. 3 Click File → Properties. 4 From the General tab, click Print Test Page. www.dell...
...page prints successfully, printer installation is a new printer, you want this printer as the default printer for this is complete. 14 Using the printer Print a test page to available drivers. 6 Select whether you may be prompted to install a printer driver. For Windows...Printers and Faxes. 2 Select the printer you will need to provide a path to verify printer installation: 1 For Windows 2000, click Start → Settings → Printers. If no system driver is available, then you just created. 3 Click File → Properties. 4 From the General tab, click Print Test Page. www.dell...