Getting Started
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Recycling Lexmark products • Troubleshooting - Ordering supplies - Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting - Changing a print cartridge - Error messages troubleshooting • Notices Contents Setup troubleshooting 3 Removing and reinstalling the software 3 Checking the printer status 3 Using the control panel 4 Printing 4 Printing ...an item 5 Working with photos • Copying • Scanning • Faxing • Networking the printer • Maintaining the printer - 2400 Series Getting Started See the complete User's Guide on the CD for more detailed information about ...
Recycling Lexmark products • Troubleshooting - Ordering supplies - Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting - Changing a print cartridge - Error messages troubleshooting • Notices Contents Setup troubleshooting 3 Removing and reinstalling the software 3 Checking the printer status 3 Using the control panel 4 Printing 4 Printing ...an item 5 Working with photos • Copying • Scanning • Faxing • Networking the printer • Maintaining the printer - 2400 Series Getting Started See the complete User's Guide on the CD for more detailed information about ...
Getting Started
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... the light is not on, press . For more information, see "Checking the printer status" in this booklet. Removing and reinstalling the software 1 From the desktop, click Start Æ Programs Æ Lexmark 2400 Series Æ Uninstall. 2 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to ... setup.exe. Page does not print If the printer is connected to complete the installation. or Click Start Æ Control Panel Æ Printers and Other Hardware Æ Printers and Faxes. 2 Double-click the Lexmark 2400 Series icon. 3 Click Printer, and make sure no check mark appears next to...
... the light is not on, press . For more information, see "Checking the printer status" in this booklet. Removing and reinstalling the software 1 From the desktop, click Start Æ Programs Æ Lexmark 2400 Series Æ Uninstall. 2 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to ... setup.exe. Page does not print If the printer is connected to complete the installation. or Click Start Æ Control Panel Æ Printers and Other Hardware Æ Printers and Faxes. 2 Double-click the Lexmark 2400 Series icon. 3 Click Printer, and make sure no check mark appears next to...
Getting Started
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... facedown on the computer screen to customize print settings. You can print a photo, print on or off. • Cancel a print job. • Reset the printer. The Print Properties dialog appears along with the "I Want To" menu provides wizards for three seconds. • Turn the... printer on an envelope, print a banner, make a poster, create a booklet, or print a greeting card. 1 With the document open , click File Æ Print. 3 Click Properties, Preferences, Options...
... facedown on the computer screen to customize print settings. You can print a photo, print on or off. • Cancel a print job. • Reset the printer. The Print Properties dialog appears along with the "I Want To" menu provides wizards for three seconds. • Turn the... printer on an envelope, print a banner, make a poster, create a booklet, or print a greeting card. 1 With the document open , click File Æ Print. 3 Click Properties, Preferences, Options...
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.... 4 If you with a photo editor. Method 2 1 Click Start Æ Programs or All programs Æ Lexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select Imaging Studio. Scanning Scanning an item 1 Make sure the printer is connected to select and print your photos. See the User's Guide and the instructions that help you want... • Scan • Copy • Fax To open the Imaging Studio, use the buttons on the camera to a computer, and both the printer and the computer are on. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. Working with photos For more information. 5 The Imaging Studio buttons...
.... 4 If you with a photo editor. Method 2 1 Click Start Æ Programs or All programs Æ Lexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select Imaging Studio. Scanning Scanning an item 1 Make sure the printer is connected to select and print your photos. See the User's Guide and the instructions that help you want... • Scan • Copy • Fax To open the Imaging Studio, use the buttons on the camera to a computer, and both the printer and the computer are on. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. Working with photos For more information. 5 The Imaging Studio buttons...
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... and then click the Maintain/ Troubleshoot button. Using Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to edit graphics or photos. Note: The Web Toolbar launches automatically whenever you are printing photos or other tools. ...Programs or All programs Æ Lexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select All-In-One Center. Using the Solution Center The Solution Center provides help, as well as it exits, and allow it to : • Change printer settings. • Find more information about the printer status and ink level. To ...
... and then click the Maintain/ Troubleshoot button. Using Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to edit graphics or photos. Note: The Web Toolbar launches automatically whenever you are printing photos or other tools. ...Programs or All programs Æ Lexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select All-In-One Center. Using the Solution Center The Solution Center provides help, as well as it exits, and allow it to : • Change printer settings. • Find more information about the printer status and ink level. To ...
User's Guide
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Contents Finding information about the printer 7 Setting up the printer...9 Checking the box contents...9 Learning about the printer 10 Understanding the parts of the printer 10 Using the control panel...11 Learning about the software 12 Using the printer software...12 Using the Imaging Studio...12 Using the All-In-One Center...13 Opening the All...
Contents Finding information about the printer 7 Setting up the printer...9 Checking the box contents...9 Learning about the printer 10 Understanding the parts of the printer 10 Using the control panel...11 Learning about the software 12 Using the printer software...12 Using the Imaging Studio...12 Using the All-In-One Center...13 Opening the All...
User's Guide
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... images from magazines or newspapers 38 Faxing...39 Sending a fax using the software...39 Receiving a fax using the software...40 Networking the printer 41 Shared printing...41 Maintaining the printer 42 Changing a print cartridge...42 Removing a used print cartridge...42 Installing a print cartridge...42 Achieving better print quality...44 Improving print quality...
... images from magazines or newspapers 38 Faxing...39 Sending a fax using the software...39 Receiving a fax using the software...40 Networking the printer 41 Shared printing...41 Maintaining the printer 42 Changing a print cartridge...42 Removing a used print cartridge...42 Installing a print cartridge...42 Achieving better print quality...44 Improving print quality...
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Preserving the print cartridge...46 Cleaning the scanner glass...46 Ordering supplies...46 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges 46 Refilling a print cartridge...47 Recycling Lexmark products...47 Troubleshooting...48 Setup troubleshooting...48 Power button is not lit...48 Software does not install...48 Page does not...51 Print troubleshooting...51 Improving print quality...51 Poor text and graphic quality...52 Poor quality at the edges of the page...53 Printer does not print or respond...53 Print speed is slow...53 Partial document or photo prints...54 Copy troubleshooting...54 Copier does not...
Preserving the print cartridge...46 Cleaning the scanner glass...46 Ordering supplies...46 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges 46 Refilling a print cartridge...47 Recycling Lexmark products...47 Troubleshooting...48 Setup troubleshooting...48 Power button is not lit...48 Software does not install...48 Page does not...51 Print troubleshooting...51 Improving print quality...51 Poor text and graphic quality...52 Poor quality at the edges of the page...53 Printer does not print or respond...53 Print speed is slow...53 Partial document or photo prints...54 Copy troubleshooting...54 Copier does not...
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... as well as : When you instructions for using the software if While in any Lexmark software program, click Help, your printer connects to a computer. CD Description Where to find this CD in the printer box. You can find The Help gives you instructions for setting up hardware and software....to find this document on your computer if your operating system. Where to find this document in the printer box or on To access the Lexmark Solution Center: your CD if your printer connects to a computer. Where to find You can find The CD contains drivers, software, and publication ...
... as well as : When you instructions for using the software if While in any Lexmark software program, click Help, your printer connects to a computer. CD Description Where to find this CD in the printer box. You can find The Help gives you instructions for setting up hardware and software....to find this document on your computer if your operating system. Where to find this document in the printer box or on To access the Lexmark Solution Center: your CD if your printer connects to a computer. Where to find You can find The CD contains drivers, software, and publication ...
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... number • Date purchased • Store where purchased 8 Where to find Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. 1 Go to change. Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of the printer), and have it ready when you contact us so that we may serve you need.
... number • Date purchased • Store where purchased 8 Where to find Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. 1 Go to change. Record the following information (located on the store receipt and the back of the printer), and have it ready when you contact us so that we may serve you need.
User's Guide
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Setting up the printer Checking the box contents Name 1 Color print cartridge 2 Power supply cord 3 Installation software CD 4 Getting Started or Setup Solutions 5 Setup Sheet Description Cartridge to be installed in the printer Attaches to the power supply port located at the back of the printer • Installation software for the printer • Help • User's Guide in electronic format Additional information depending on your country or region Instructions on setting up printer hardware and software, and information on setup troubleshooting 9
Setting up the printer Checking the box contents Name 1 Color print cartridge 2 Power supply cord 3 Installation software CD 4 Getting Started or Setup Solutions 5 Setup Sheet Description Cartridge to be installed in the printer Attaches to the power supply port located at the back of the printer • Installation software for the printer • Help • User's Guide in electronic format Additional information depending on your country or region Instructions on setting up printer hardware and software, and information on setup troubleshooting 9
User's Guide
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Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera to the printer. Access the scanner glass. Stack paper as it exits. Scan, copy, or remove an item. 3 Use the 1 Scanner support 2 Print cartridge carrier 1 2 4 5 To Hold up the scanner unit. Install or replace a print cartridge. 10 Align paper when feeding. Learning about the printer Understanding the parts of the printer 6 1 5 7 4 Use the 1 Paper support 2 Control panel 3 PictBridge port 4 Paper exit tray 5 Top cover 6 Paper guide 7 Scanner glass 32 To Load paper. Operate the printer.
Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera to the printer. Access the scanner glass. Stack paper as it exits. Scan, copy, or remove an item. 3 Use the 1 Scanner support 2 Print cartridge carrier 1 2 4 5 To Hold up the scanner unit. Install or replace a print cartridge. 10 Align paper when feeding. Learning about the printer Understanding the parts of the printer 6 1 5 7 4 Use the 1 Paper support 2 Control panel 3 PictBridge port 4 Paper exit tray 5 Top cover 6 Paper guide 7 Scanner glass 32 To Load paper. Operate the printer.
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... access the print cartridge carrier. Note: To complete the scan back alignment process, follow the instructions on the computer screen. • Turn the printer on the computer screen. • Print an alignment page if the button is held down for three seconds. Make a 4 x 6 in. Use the 3 Scanner ...a photo. • Open the All-In-One Center and preview the scan on and off. • Cancel a copy, scan, or print job. • Reset the printer. • Feed or eject paper. Using the control panel Press 1 2 3 4 To Make a color copy. Note: If the power light blinks, see "Error messages...
... access the print cartridge carrier. Note: To complete the scan back alignment process, follow the instructions on the computer screen. • Turn the printer on the computer screen. • Print an alignment page if the button is held down for three seconds. Make a 4 x 6 in. Use the 3 Scanner ...a photo. • Open the All-In-One Center and preview the scan on and off. • Cancel a copy, scan, or print job. • Reset the printer. • Feed or eject paper. Using the control panel Press 1 2 3 4 To Make a color copy. Note: If the power light blinks, see "Error messages...
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...methods: Method 1 Method 2 From the desktop, double-click the Imaging Studio icon. 1 Click StartPrograms or All ProgramsLexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select Imaging Studio. Using the Imaging Studio The Imaging Studio buttons link to software and information that help you to ...complete. The Photo Editor Edit photos and graphics. Learning about the software Using the printer software Use this software To The Imaging Studio Open the software component necessary for you with the following tasks: • Printing, ...
...methods: Method 1 Method 2 From the desktop, double-click the Imaging Studio icon. 1 Click StartPrograms or All ProgramsLexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select Imaging Studio. Using the Imaging Studio The Imaging Studio buttons link to software and information that help you to ...complete. The Photo Editor Edit photos and graphics. Learning about the software Using the printer software Use this software To The Imaging Studio Open the software component necessary for you with the following tasks: • Printing, ...
User's Guide
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Learn more about what type of these methods: Method 1 Press Method 2 . 1 Click StartPrograms or All ProgramsLexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select All-In-One Center. Using the All-In-One Center Opening the All-In-One Center Use the All-In-One Center ... send a scanned image to scan, copy, and fax documents. Access the Web Visit our Web site. Note: Click See More Scan Settings to keep the printer working properly. To open the All-In-One Center, use one of image is being scanned. • Select the scan quality. Find maintenance and troubleshooting...
Learn more about what type of these methods: Method 1 Press Method 2 . 1 Click StartPrograms or All ProgramsLexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select All-In-One Center. Using the All-In-One Center Opening the All-In-One Center Use the All-In-One Center ... send a scanned image to scan, copy, and fax documents. Access the Web Visit our Web site. Note: Click See More Scan Settings to keep the printer working properly. To open the All-In-One Center, use one of image is being scanned. • Select the scan quality. Find maintenance and troubleshooting...
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... Print an image as information about the Saved Images tab, click Help in a scanned document (OCR). - Note: For more information about the printer status and ink level. To open the Solution Center, use one of the screen. Print an album page with a photo editor. E-mail an ... Maintain/Troubleshoot link The Maintain/Troubleshoot link provides you with direct links to the Solution Center. 1 Click StartPrograms or All ProgramsLexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select All-In-One Center. 3 Click Maintain/Troubleshoot. 4 Select from these methods: Method 1 Method 2 From the desktop...
... Print an image as information about the Saved Images tab, click Help in a scanned document (OCR). - Note: For more information about the printer status and ink level. To open the Solution Center, use one of the screen. Print an album page with a photo editor. E-mail an ... Maintain/Troubleshoot link The Maintain/Troubleshoot link provides you with direct links to the Solution Center. 1 Click StartPrograms or All ProgramsLexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select All-In-One Center. 3 Click Maintain/Troubleshoot. 4 Select from these methods: Method 1 Method 2 From the desktop...
User's Guide
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... the electronic guide for more information, click Help in the lower right corner of the screen. 16 For example, while printing, the status of the printer is complete before installing a new print cartridge. • View shopping options for a new cartridge. • Print a test page. • Clean ..., iron-on the World Wide Web. Learn how to contact us regarding how you use the printer. • Obtain software version information. The Solution Center consists of six tabs: From this tab Printer Status (Main dialog) How To Troubleshooting You can • View the status of the print ...
... the electronic guide for more information, click Help in the lower right corner of the screen. 16 For example, while printing, the status of the printer is complete before installing a new print cartridge. • View shopping options for a new cartridge. • Print a test page. • Clean ..., iron-on the World Wide Web. Learn how to contact us regarding how you use the printer. • Obtain software version information. The Solution Center consists of six tabs: From this tab Printer Status (Main dialog) How To Troubleshooting You can • View the status of the print ...
User's Guide
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..., a banner, a poster, or printing on the dialog. Using Print Properties Opening Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to the Quality Options, Layout Options, and Printing Status Options settings. You can open , click File Print. 2 From the Print dialog, click...
..., a banner, a poster, or printing on the dialog. Using Print Properties Opening Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to the Quality Options, Layout Options, and Printing Status Options settings. You can open , click File Print. 2 From the Print dialog, click...
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... Save. Tab Quality/Copies Paper Setup Print Layout Options • Select a Quality/Speed setting. • Select a Paper Type. • Customize how the printer prints several copies of a single print job: collated or normal. • Choose Automatic Image Sharpening. • Choose to Undo in the top center of the... screen. Using the Photo Editor Use the Photo Editor software to edit graphics or photos. 1 Click StartPrograms or All ProgramsLexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select Photo Editor. 3 Click File Open to select the image you want to print. • Choose to print ...
... Save. Tab Quality/Copies Paper Setup Print Layout Options • Select a Quality/Speed setting. • Select a Paper Type. • Customize how the printer prints several copies of a single print job: collated or normal. • Choose Automatic Image Sharpening. • Choose to Undo in the top center of the... screen. Using the Photo Editor Use the Photo Editor software to edit graphics or photos. 1 Click StartPrograms or All ProgramsLexmark 2400 Series. 2 Select Photo Editor. 3 Click File Open to select the image you want to print. • Choose to print ...
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Note: The Lexmark Web Toolbar launches automatically when you create printer-friendly Web pages. Use this section Image Adjust Image Size Drawing Tools You can • Adjust the color depth. • Adjust the color balance. • ...Colorize the image. • Adjust the Brightness/Contrast. • Adjust the blur. • Adjust the sharpness. • Despeckle (blur) the image to the Lexmark Web...
Note: The Lexmark Web Toolbar launches automatically when you create printer-friendly Web pages. Use this section Image Adjust Image Size Drawing Tools You can • Adjust the color depth. • Adjust the color balance. • ...Colorize the image. • Adjust the Brightness/Contrast. • Adjust the blur. • Adjust the sharpness. • Despeckle (blur) the image to the Lexmark Web...