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... Operating system notice...16 Safety information 17 Setting up the printer 18 Checking the box contents...18 Setting up the printer for standalone use...19 Understanding the parts of the printer...25 Getting the printer ready to fax...27 Using an RJ11 adapter ...27 Choosing a fax...control panel ...37 Saving settings...40 Installing another language control panel...41 Installing the printer software...42 Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only 42 Understanding the printer software...43 Turning printing voice notification on or off...46 Security Information...46 General ...
... Operating system notice...16 Safety information 17 Setting up the printer 18 Checking the box contents...18 Setting up the printer for standalone use...19 Understanding the parts of the printer...25 Getting the printer ready to fax...27 Using an RJ11 adapter ...27 Choosing a fax...control panel ...37 Saving settings...40 Installing another language control panel...41 Installing the printer software...42 Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only 42 Understanding the printer software...43 Turning printing voice notification on or off...46 Security Information...46 General ...
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Checking the port setting...48 Configure network printers...49 Connect to network printer...49 Loading paper and original documents 50 Loading paper...50 Using the automatic paper type sensor...50 Loading envelopes...51 Loading labels...51 Loading greeting ......58 Printing on both sides of the paper ...59 Collating copies...59 Printing the last page first (reverse page order)...60 Printing multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up)...60 Pausing print jobs...60 Canceling print jobs...60 Printing specialty documents...61 Choosing compatible specialty paper types ...61 Printing envelopes ...61 Printing...
Checking the port setting...48 Configure network printers...49 Connect to network printer...49 Loading paper and original documents 50 Loading paper...50 Using the automatic paper type sensor...50 Loading envelopes...51 Loading labels...51 Loading greeting ......58 Printing on both sides of the paper ...59 Collating copies...59 Printing the last page first (reverse page order)...60 Printing multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up)...60 Pausing print jobs...60 Canceling print jobs...60 Printing specialty documents...61 Choosing compatible specialty paper types ...61 Printing envelopes ...61 Printing...
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... printer to factory default settings...66 Working with photos 67 Retrieving and managing photos...67 Inserting a memory card ...67 Inserting a flash drive ...68 Understanding the Photo Card menu...69 Understanding the PictBridge menu...71 Transferring photos ...72 Changing the Lexmark Productivity... Studio preferences 74 Editing photos...75 Cropping a photo ...75 Rotating a photo ...75 Changing the Resolution / Size of a photo...76 Applying One-Click Auto Fixes to a photo ...76 Reducing the red...
... printer to factory default settings...66 Working with photos 67 Retrieving and managing photos...67 Inserting a memory card ...67 Inserting a flash drive ...68 Understanding the Photo Card menu...69 Understanding the PictBridge menu...71 Transferring photos ...72 Changing the Lexmark Productivity... Studio preferences 74 Editing photos...75 Cropping a photo ...75 Rotating a photo ...75 Changing the Resolution / Size of a photo...76 Applying One-Click Auto Fixes to a photo ...76 Reducing the red...
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... a fax automatically 118 Setting up Speed Dial...118 Printing fax activity reports...119 Maintaining the printer 120 Replacing print cartridges...120 Installing print cartridges...120 Removing a used print cartridge ...121 Refilling print cartridges...122 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...122 Aligning print cartridges...122 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...123 Wiping the...
... a fax automatically 118 Setting up Speed Dial...118 Printing fax activity reports...119 Maintaining the printer 120 Replacing print cartridges...120 Installing print cartridges...120 Removing a used print cartridge ...121 Refilling print cartridges...122 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...122 Aligning print cartridges...122 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...123 Wiping the...
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... appears on the display...128 Power button is not lit ...128 Software does not install...129 Page does not print...130 Solving printer communication problems ...131 Understanding Warning levels ...132 Removing and reinstalling the software ...132 Enabling the USB port...132 Print troubleshooting...133 Improving... Vertical straight lines are not smooth ...142 White lines appear in graphics or solid black areas ...143 Checking the printer status...143 Checking printer readiness ...144 Settings are not saved...145 Checking the Spool Settings for banner printing ...145 Resolving font problems...145...
... appears on the display...128 Power button is not lit ...128 Software does not install...129 Page does not print...130 Solving printer communication problems ...131 Understanding Warning levels ...132 Removing and reinstalling the software ...132 Enabling the USB port...132 Print troubleshooting...133 Improving... Vertical straight lines are not smooth ...142 White lines appear in graphics or solid black areas ...143 Checking the printer status...143 Checking printer readiness ...144 Settings are not saved...145 Checking the Spool Settings for banner printing ...145 Resolving font problems...145...
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... and avoid paper jams...154 Paper jam in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)...154 Paper jam in the printer...155 Paper jam in the paper support...156 Paper or specialty media misfeeds...156 Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media 157 Banner paper jams ...157 Paper continues to jam...158... a network...164 Fax troubleshooting...164 Cannot send or receive a fax...164 Can send but not receive faxes...166 Can receive but not send faxes...167 Printer receives a blank fax...168 Received fax has poor print quality...168 Caller ID information is not displayed...169 Contents 9
... and avoid paper jams...154 Paper jam in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)...154 Paper jam in the printer...155 Paper jam in the paper support...156 Paper or specialty media misfeeds...156 Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media 157 Banner paper jams ...157 Paper continues to jam...158... a network...164 Fax troubleshooting...164 Cannot send or receive a fax...164 Can send but not receive faxes...166 Can receive but not send faxes...167 Printer receives a blank fax...168 Received fax has poor print quality...168 Caller ID information is not displayed...169 Contents 9
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... General Printing Problem ...178 Ink Low ...178 Out of Memory...178 Out of Paper...178 Fixing a printing failure...178 Unsupported file types found on the printer display...171 Alignment Error...172 Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F)...172 Black Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low ...173 ...175 Could not detect a proof sheet...175 No proof sheet information ...175 No valid photo image files detected ...175 Only one photo enhancement may be chosen at a time 176 Only one photo/size selection can be chosen at a time 176 Photo size error. Fax Error ...169 Fax Mode Unsupported...169 ...
... General Printing Problem ...178 Ink Low ...178 Out of Memory...178 Out of Paper...178 Fixing a printing failure...178 Unsupported file types found on the printer display...171 Alignment Error...172 Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F)...172 Black Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low ...173 ...175 Could not detect a proof sheet...175 No proof sheet information ...175 No valid photo image files detected ...175 Only one photo enhancement may be chosen at a time 176 Only one photo/size selection can be chosen at a time 176 Photo size error. Fax Error ...169 Fax Mode Unsupported...169 ...
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... the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark X5400 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Where to find You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Introduction Finding information about the printer Quick Setup sheet Description The Quick Setup... sheet gives 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 Windows operating systems) and some basic instructions for setting up hardware and...
... the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark X5400 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Where to find You can find this document in the printer box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. Introduction Finding information about the printer Quick Setup sheet Description The Quick Setup... sheet gives 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 Windows operating systems) and some basic instructions for setting up hardware and...
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... your desktop, and the User's Guide: Comprehensive Version appears on To access the Lexmark Solution Center: your printer) • Troubleshooting problems with printing, copying, Note: If necessary, click All Programs Run. Lexmark Solution Center Description Where to a computer. 1 Do one of the following : • Using the software (on Windows operating systems) •...
... your desktop, and the User's Guide: Comprehensive Version appears on To access the Lexmark Solution Center: your printer) • Troubleshooting problems with printing, copying, Note: If necessary, click All Programs Run. Lexmark Solution Center Description Where to a computer. 1 Do one of the following : • Using the software (on Windows operating systems) •...
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.... 6 Complete the form, and then click Submit Request. Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty statement that shipped with your printer model. 5 From the Support Tools section, click e- French Monday-Friday (9:00 AM-7:00... region, and then select the Customer Support link. Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. For the most recent phone numbers available, see the printed warranty that shipped with your printer. Customer support Description Where to find (North America) Where to find (rest of...
.... 6 Complete the form, and then click Submit Request. Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. Note: For additional information about contacting Lexmark, see the printed warranty statement that shipped with your printer model. 5 From the Support Tools section, click e- French Monday-Friday (9:00 AM-7:00... region, and then select the Customer Support link. Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. For the most recent phone numbers available, see the printed warranty that shipped with your printer. Customer support Description Where to find (North America) Where to find (rest of...
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...features and functions are operating system-dependent. Introduction 16 period of defects in printer, or set forth at printer. materials and workmanship for a www.lexmark.com. For complete descriptions: • Windows users-See the User's ...Guide. • Macintosh users-If your this limited warranty, see the Mac Help installed with your product supports Macintosh, see the Statement of Limited Warranty section, click Inkjet & All-In-One Printers...
...features and functions are operating system-dependent. Introduction 16 period of defects in printer, or set forth at printer. materials and workmanship for a www.lexmark.com. For complete descriptions: • Windows users-See the User's ...Guide. • Macintosh users-If your this limited warranty, see the Mac Help installed with your product supports Macintosh, see the Statement of Limited Warranty section, click Inkjet & All-In-One Printers...
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... 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 page 30. 4 Power cord Attaches to purchase a USB cable separately. For more information... about connecting this cord, see "Choosing a fax connection" on the product purchased. 3 Telephone cord Use for the printer • User's Guide: Comprehensive Version in electronic format 7 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) exit tray Holds documents as they exit ...
... 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 page 30. 4 Power cord Attaches to purchase a USB cable separately. For more information... about connecting this cord, see "Choosing a fax connection" on the product purchased. 3 Telephone cord Use for the printer • User's Guide: Comprehensive Version in electronic format 7 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) exit tray Holds documents as they exit ...
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Setting up the printer for standalone use 1 Unpack the printer. 1 2 3 Notes: • Place the printer near the computer during setup. Setting up the printer 19 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 paper support.
Setting up the printer for standalone use 1 Unpack the printer. 1 2 3 Notes: • Place the printer near the computer during setup. Setting up the printer 19 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 paper support.
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4 Insert the back end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray. 5 Snap in the front end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray. 6 Raise the control panel. 7 If needed, install the correct control panel for your language. Setting up the printer 20
4 Insert the back end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray. 5 Snap in the front end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray. 6 Raise the control panel. 7 If needed, install the correct control panel for your language. Setting up the printer 20
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Setting up the printer 21 8 Extend the paper exit tray. 9 Extend the paper guides. 10 Load paper. 1 2 11 Connect the power cord.
Setting up the printer 21 8 Extend the paper exit tray. 9 Extend the paper guides. 10 Load paper. 1 2 11 Connect the power cord.
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b Press to save . 12 Make sure that the power is on. 13 If prompted, set the country or region. b Press to save . 14 If prompted, set the language. a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the language that you want appears on the display. a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the country or region that you want appears on the display. Setting up the printer 22
b Press to save . 12 Make sure that the power is on. 13 If prompted, set the country or region. b Press to save . 14 If prompted, set the language. a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the language that you want appears on the display. a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the country or region that you want appears on the display. Setting up the printer 22
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15 Open the printer. 16 Press down on the levers. 17 Remove the tape from the black cartridge, and then insert the cartridge in the left carrier. 18 Close the black cartridge carrier lid Setting up the printer 23
15 Open the printer. 16 Press down on the levers. 17 Remove the tape from the black cartridge, and then insert the cartridge in the left carrier. 18 Close the black cartridge carrier lid Setting up the printer 23
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An alignment page prints. Setting up the printer 24 19 Remove the tape from the color cartridge, and then insert the cartridge in the right carrier. 20 Close the color cartridge carrier lid. 21 Close the printer. 22 Press .
An alignment page prints. Setting up the printer 24 19 Remove the tape from the color cartridge, and then insert the cartridge in the right carrier. 20 Close the color cartridge carrier lid. 21 Close the printer. 22 Press .
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Notes: • The alignment page may differ from the one shown. • Streaks on page 37. 4 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits. 5 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding ... 6 9 12 11 10 5 4 32 1 Use the To 1 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera or a flash drive to the printer. 2 Memory card slots Insert a memory card. 3 Control panel Operate the printer. For more information, see "Using the control panel" on the alignment page are normal, and do not indicate a problem. Setting up...
Notes: • The alignment page may differ from the one shown. • Streaks on page 37. 4 Paper exit tray Hold paper as it exits. 5 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding ... 6 9 12 11 10 5 4 32 1 Use the To 1 PictBridge port Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera or a flash drive to the printer. 2 Memory card slots Insert a memory card. 3 Control panel Operate the printer. For more information, see "Using the control panel" on the alignment page are normal, and do not indicate a problem. Setting up...
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...-size paper as a data/fax modem, telephone, or answering machine to access the port. LINE 6 Power supply with port Connect the printer to the printer. Use the To 10 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper stop • Stop paper as it exits. 11 Scanner glass Copy, scan,...34 56 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 it exits the ADF. • Support A4- Note: Do not connect...
...-size paper as a data/fax modem, telephone, or answering machine to access the port. LINE 6 Power supply with port Connect the printer to the printer. Use the To 10 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper stop • Stop paper as it exits. 11 Scanner glass Copy, scan,...34 56 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 it exits the ADF. • Support A4- Note: Do not connect...