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Printer 1600n User's Guide Click the links to the left for information on the features, options, and operation of your multi-function printer. For information on other documentation included with your multi-function printer, see "Finding Information" on page 11. To order replacement toner cartridges - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 2
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names of their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 3
and follow all safety instructions in your Owner's Manual prior to setting up and operating your multi-function printer. How to set up my multi- Setup Diagram function printer Express Service Code Express Service Code Identify your multi-function printer when you use support.dell.com or contact - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 4
- Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information Downloads - Drivers Reference - Printer documentation and product specifications You can access Dell Support at support.dell.com. Select your region on the WELCOME TO DELL SUPPORT page, and fill in the requested details to access - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 5
to order replacement toner cartridges, just click the Dell supplies link right from your Web browser. NOTE: The Dell Printer Configuration Web Tool is only available when the multi-function printer is connected to a (or the) network. See page page 43. To launch the Dell Printer Configuration Web - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 6
network administrator to use this feature. Online Help Click Help to visit the Dell website for printer troubleshooting. NOTE: For more information about the All-In-One Main page, View Saved Images page, or the Maintain/Troubleshoot page, click the Help link located in the upper right corner of the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 7
high fluctuations in temperature A clean, dry, and dust free location NOTE: Leave the multi-function printer in the box until you are ready to install it. 2. In addition to the Dell™ Laser Multi-Function Printer 1600n , ensure that you have the following items in the box. If there is a missing item - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 8
2. Toner Cartridge AC Power Corda Drivers and Utilities CDb Owner's Manual Telephone Line Corda Setup Diagram Operator Panel Coverc Terminatorc a. The appearance of the power cord and the telephone line cord may country's specifications. b. The Drivers and Utilities CD contains Dell printer - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 9
5. NOTE: When you are moving the multi-function printer or do not intend to use it for a long period of time, move the switch BACKWARD to the lock position, as shown. To scan or copy a document, the switch must be unlocked. 6. If your language is not already displayed on the operator panel, remove - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 10
About Your Multi-Function Printer These are the main components of your multi-function printer. The following illustrations show the standard Dell Laser MFP 1600n and an optional Tray 2 attached: Front View Rear View - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 11
Operator Panel B utton Functions - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 12
Copy Keys Press: To: Use copy layout features, such as Auto Fit, Clone, Collation, 2-sided, 2/4 Up (multiple pages on a sheet), and Poster copying. Enter the number of copies. Reduce or enlarge a copy. Optimize the copy quality for documents containing photos, text, or mixed - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 13
Press: To: Enter Menu mode and scroll through the available menus. Scroll through the options available for the selected menu item. Confirm the selection on the display. Exit the menu and return to Standby mode. Stop an operation at any time, or return to the default settings. Fax Keys - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 14
line. Scan Keys Press: To: Access a list of your PC software programs that an image can be scanned to. You must create the scan list using the Dell software (Printer Settings Utility) provided with your multi-function printer. Start a scan. Fonts The Dell Laser Multi-Function Printers supports the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 15
Installing the Toner Cartridge 1. Open the front cover. 2. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 16
a few minutes. CAUTION: Do not touch the green underside of the toner cartridge. Use the handle on the cartridge to avoid touching this area. 3. Align the toner cartridge with the labeled arrows, then slide it into the multifunction printer until it locks firmly into place. 4. Close the front cover. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 17
type and size after loading paper into the paper tray. See page 66 -67 for the paper used in copying and faxing, or page 75 for PC-printing. To load paper: 1. Pull open the paper tray and remove it from the multi-function printer. 2. Push down on the pressure plate until it locks into - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 18
2. 3. If you load longer that is longer than a standard (Letter or A4) size, such as Legal paper, press and unlatch the guide lock, and then slide the paper length guide out completely to extend the paper tray to its full length. 4. Flex the sheets back and forth to loosen them, and then fan - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 19
the maximum stack height indicated by the paper limit marks on the both inside walls of the tray. Overloading the paper tray may cause paper jams. 7. Slide in the length guide until it lightly touches the end of the paper stack. For paper smaller than Letter size, adjust the inner paper length - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 20
8. Pinch the paper width guide, as shown, and move it towards the stack of paper until it lightly touches the side of the stack. NOTE: Improper adjustment of paper guides can result in paper jams. 9. Insert and slide the paper tray back into the multi-function printer. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 21
type and size. See page 66 ~67 . Making Connections Connecting the Telephone Line 1. Plug one end of a telephone line cord into the Wall Jack connector and the other end into an active wall jack. To connect a telephone and/or answering machine to your multi-function printer, remove the plug from - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 22
of your computer, skip this step and go on to "Connecting the Multi-Function Printer to the Network" on page 31 . USB cables are sold separately. Contact Dell to purchase a USB cable. NOTE: Connecting the multi-function printer to the USB port of the computer requires a certified USB cable. You will - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 23
USB keyboard. Connecting the Multi-Function Printer to the Network 1. Make sure the multi-function printer, computer, and any other attached devices multi-function printer. The multi-function printer automatically adjusts for the network speed. NOTE: After connecting the multi-function printer, you - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 24
part of the inside of your multifunction printer becomes hot once the multi-function printer is powered on. CAUTION: Be careful not to be burned when you access this area. CAUTION: Do not disassemble the multi-function printer printer is now on. To view your display text in another language, see page - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 25
5. 6. To return to Standby mode, press . Toner Save Mode The Toner Save mode allows your multi-function printer to use less toner on each page. Activating this mode extends the life of the toner cartridge longer than the normal mode, but it reduces the print quality. NOTE: For PC-printing, - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 26
key is pressed or the document cover is opened or a document is detected in the ADF. You can set the length of time for which the scan lamp waits after a scan job is completed before it switches to the Power Save mode. 1. Press until "Printer Setup" appears on top line of the display - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 27
Software> button on the operator panel. Dell Toner Management System™- displays the status of the printer and the name of the job when you send a job to print. The Dell Toner Management System™ window also displays the level of toner remaining and allows you to order replacement toner cartridges - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 28
should install Dell software. Supported Operating Systems Windows 98/98 SE/Me/NT 4 Workstation or Server with Service Pack 3 Windows 2000 Professional or Advanced Server Windows XP Home edition or Professional/Server 2003. Minimum Requirements Disk space: 120 MB for installation Memory: 64 MB - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 29
the instructions to install the software. 2. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 3. If necessary, select a language by pressing the Language button on the main screen. 4. Select Personal Installation. 5. Select Typical Installation to install the User's Guide, the printer drivers, scanner driver - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 30
must exist on the network. To configure the IP address manually, you can use the supplied Drivers and Utilities CD. Print the Configuration page of the multi-function printer to see the current network configuration and MAC address. You will need this information to configure the multi-function - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 31
and verified the TCP/IP settings, you are ready to install the Dell software on each network computer. You can install the Dell software on the network computers locally or remotely. NOTE: You need administrative access to install printer drivers on the network computers. 1. Make sure that the multi - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 32
of the following OS: Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows 2000, Windows NT4.0. NOTE: The server computer should be able to resolve the client computer name into an IP address. 6. The list of printers available on the network appears. Select the printer you want to install from the list and then - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 33
completed, you may print a test page. Click Finish. Uninstalling Software You should remove the printer drivers if you are upgrading the software or if your driver installation fails. You can remove the software using the Drivers and Utilities CD or the Windows uninstall. NOTE: Close all programs - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 34
Dell Printers Dell Laser MFP 1600n Dell 2. Select the software you want to remove. 3. When your computer prompts you to confirm your selection, click Yes. The selected driver and all of its components are removed from your computer. 4. Click OK. 5. Restart your computer. Using the Dell™ Toner - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 35
-function printer. When you install the Dell software, the Printer Settings Utility is automatically installed. For information about installing the software, see page 36. To open the Printer Settings Utility: 1. Click Start Programs Dell Utility. Dell Printers Dell Laser MFP 1600n Printer - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 36
1. The Printer Settings Utility window opens. 2. The Printer Settings Utility window provides four tabs; Phonebook, Scan Settings, Fax Cover Sheet, and Firmware Update. To exit, click the Exit button at the bottom of each tab. For further details, click the Help button at the bottom of each tab. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 37
the operator panel. Using the destination list, you can select a software program that an image can be scanned to. The Fax Cover Sheet Tab Click the Fax Cover Sheet tab to create a fax cover page. For details, see page 141. The fax cover page contains the date, the sender's fax number and machine ID - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 38
Click the Firmware Update tab to update the firmware of your multi-function printer. This feature should only be used by an authorized technician. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 39
the Manual Feeder" on page 64 for detailed loading instructions. Paper Characteristics The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. We recommend that you follow these guidelines when evaluating new paper stock. Weight The multi-function printer can automatically feed - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 40
Excessive curl can cause paper feeding problems. Curl usually occurs after the paper passes through the multi-function printer, where it is exposed to can cause feeding problems. Smoothness The degree of smoothness of paper directly affects print quality. If the paper is too rough, the toner does not - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 41
for laser printers. Unacceptable Paper The following papers are not recommended for use with the multi-function printer: Chemically 16 lb) Multiple-part forms or documents Selecting Paper Proper paper loading helps prevent jams and ensures trouble-free printing. To help avoid jams or poor print - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 42
or heavily textured surfaces. Use papers printed with heat-resistant inks designed for use in xerographic copiers that are not affected by the resin in toner or the silicone in the fuser. Inks that are oxidation-set or oil- chosen is acceptable for laser printers. Page orientation is important when - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 43
down Top of Page Portrait Landscape Front of tray Left side of tray Manual feeder Face up Logo enters Left side of the printer tray first Selecting a ream. Drilled paper can cause jams when multiple sheets feed through the multi-function printer. Prepunched paper can include more paper dust - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 44
to determine whether your transparencies are compatible with laser printers that heat transparencies to 205° C (401° F). Use the manual feeder. Try a sample of any envelopes you are considering using with the multi-function printer before buying large quantities. See page 64 for instructions on - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 45
. See "Using the Manual Feeder" on page 64 for instructions on loading an envelope. A combination of high humidity (over 60%) and the high printing temperatures may seal the envelopes. Labels Your multi-function printer can print on many labels designed for use with laser printers. These labels are - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 46
Identifying Print Media Sources and Specifications" on page 57 for information on the preferred weight jamming problems. Avoid using card stock that may release hazardous emissions when heated. Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the multifunction printer - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 47
size not listed, select the next larger size. Print Media Sizes and Support Legend Dimensions Y- indicates Support Print Media Size A4 A5 A6 card JIS B5 ISO B5 Letter 7.5 in. (98.4 x 190.5 mm) Paper Tray (Standard Tray 1 and Optional Tray 2) Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y - Manual Feeder Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 48
(162 x 229 mm) 3 x 5 in. to 8.5 x 14 in. - Y Custom (76 x 127 mm to 216 x 356 mm) Print Media Supported Print Media Paper Tray Manual Feeder Standard Output bin Paper Y Y Y Card Stock - Y Y Transparencies - Y - Labels - Y Y - Y Y Dual-web and Integrated Labels Envelopes - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 49
long 60-135 g/m2 grain long Index Bristol Card stock-maximum (grain long)a Tag Cover Card stock-maximum (grain short)a Index Bristol Tag Cover Transparencies Laser printer Labels-maximum Paper Dual-web paper (16-24 lb bond) (16 to 36 lb bond) 163 g/m2 (43 lb) 120 g/m2 (31 lb) 163 g/m2 - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 50
cover. NOTE: If paper coming out of the front output tray has problems, such as excessive curl, try printing to the rear output slot. NOTE: To avoid paper jams, do not open or close the rear cover while the multi-function printer is printing. Printing to the Front Output Tray (Face down) The front - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 51
Printing to the Rear Output Slot (Face up) Using the rear output slot, paper comes out of the multi-function printer face up. Printing from the manual feeder to the rear output slot provides a straight paper path. Using the rear output slot might improve the output quality with the following: - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 52
part of the inside of your multi-function printer is hot when powered. Be careful not to get burned when you access this area. 1. Open the rear cover by pulling it upward. 2. If you do not want to stack the printed pages the optional Tray2, see page 191 for installing instructions. For faxing, you - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 53
loaded the same way. 1. Pull open the paper tray and load paper with the print side tray. For details about loading paper in the paper tray, see page 25. NOTE: If you experience problems with paper feed, place the paper in the manual feeder. NOTE: You can load up to 100 sheets of previously printed - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 54
Always load only the print materials specified in the Specifications on page 200 to avoid paper jams and print quality problems. NOTE: Flatten any curl on postcards, envelopes and labels before loading them into the manual feeder. To use the manual feeder: 1. Set the paper type and size referring to - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 55
. NOTE: When printing on previously printed paper from the manual feeder, the printed side should be facing down with an uncurled edge to the multi-function printer. If you experience problems with paper feed, turn the paper around. 4. Open the rear cover to use the rear output slot. 5. After - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 56
apply to Fax and Copy modes. If you load paper in the manual feeder and set the paper size, this setting will apply to Copy The first item, "Tray Paper" displays on the bottom line. If the optional Tray 2 is installed, "Tray1 Paper" displays on the bottom line. 4. Use the scroll button ( or ) to - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 57
(PCL) or Postscript (PS) printer driver. When you install the Dell software, your multi-function printer automatically installs the GDI and PCL printer drivers. Installing the PS printer driver is optional. See page 37. The drivers provided with your multi-function printer allow a wide variety of - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 58
These settings include the number of copies and print range. 3. Select the printer driver you want to use from the Print window. 4. To take advantage of the printer features provided by your multi-function printer, click Preferences or Properties, depending on the program or operating system in the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 59
at the bottom right corner of the Windows desktop. 1. From the Windows Start button, click Settings. 2. Point to Printers (Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000) or Printers and Faxes (Windows XP/Server 2003) to open the Printers window and double-click the Dell Laser MFP 1600n icon. 3. From the Document menu - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 60
. c. Point to the Dell Laser MFP 1600n printer. d. Right-click on the printer icon and: For Window 98/Me, click Properties. For Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003, click Print Setup or click Properties and point to Printing Preferences. For Windows NT 4.0, click Document Default. e. Change the settings - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 61
allows you to select advanced printing options. For details, see page 81~page 85. Paper Tab Use the following options to set the paper handling needs when you access the printer properties. See page 71 for more information about accessing printer properties. Click the Paper tab to access the paper - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 62
sheet at a time into the manual feeder. See page 64. Type If the paper source is set to Auto Select, the multi-function printer automatically picks up print materials from the manual feeder first and then the paper tray. Make sure that Type is set to Printer Default. If you load a different type - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 63
takes to print a document. Selecting this option extends the life of your toner cartridge and reduces your cost per page without a significant reduction in the print quality. On: Select this option to allow the multi-function printer to use less toner on each page. Off: When you do not need to save - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 64
Options This option determines what the driver tells the multi-function printer about how to image the text in your document. Select the appropriate setting according to the status of your document. Download as Bit Image: When this option is selected, the driver downloads the font data as bitmap - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 65
the first page. Print Odd Pages: Your multi-function printer prints only the odd pages of the document. Print Even Pages: Your multi-function printer prints only the even pages of the document. About Tab Use the About tab to display the copyright notice and the version number of the driver. If you - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 66
click Delete. You can also restore the printer driver's default settings by selecting from the list. Using Help Your multi-function printer has a help screen that can be activated by the Help button in the printer's properties window. These help screens give detailed information - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 67
in size and arranged on the sheet. You can print up to 16 pages on one sheet. 1. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 71. 2. From the Layout tab, choose Multiple Pages per Side on the Type drop-down list. 3. Select the number of - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 68
and print the document. Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Document You can scale your print job on a page. 1. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 71. 2. From the Layout tab, select Reduce/Enlarge on the Type drop-down list. 3. Enter - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 69
can be useful when you want to check fine details on a small document. 1. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 71. 2. From the Layout tab, select Fit to Page on the Type drop-down list. 3. Select the correct size from the Target - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 70
sheets of paper, for the purpose of pasting the sheets together to form one poster-size document. 1. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 71. 2. From the Layout tab, select Poster on the Type drop-down list. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 71
layout from 2x2, 3x3, or 4x4. If you select 2x2, the output will be automatically stretched to cover 4 physical pages. Specify an overlap in millimeters or inches to make it easier to reconstruct the resulting poster. 4. Click the Paper tab and select the paper source, - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 72
Legal or Folio size is selected in the Size option on the Paper tab. 1. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 71. 2. From the Layout tab, choose Booklet Printing from the Type drop-down list. 3. Click the Paper tab, and select the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 73
on the Watermark drop-down list. It appears in the preview image window. 3. Click Ok and start printing. Creating a Watermark 1. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 71. 2. Click the Extras tab and click Edit in the Watermark - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 74
settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 71. 2. Click the Extras tab and click Edit in the Watermark section. The Edit Watermarks window appears. 3. Select the watermark you want to edit on the Current Watermarks list, and change the watermark message and the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 75
software application, access the printer properties. See page 71. 2. From the Extras tab, click Edit in the Watermark section. The Edit Watermarks window appears. 3. Select the watermark you want to delete on the Current Watermarks list and click Delete. 4. When a confirming message window appears - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 76
When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 71. 3. Click the Extras tab and click Edit in the Overlay section. 4. In the Edit Overlays window, click Create Overlay. 5. In the Create Overlay window, type a name of up to eight characters - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 77
the resolution of the document that will print with the overlay. 1. Create or open the document you want to print. 2. When you change the print settings from your software application, access the printer properties. See page 71. 3. Click the Extras tab. 4. Select the overlay you want to print from - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 78
you select the file, click Open. The file is now shown in the Overlay List box and is available for printing. Select the overlay from the Overlay List box. 6. If necessary, click Confirm Page Overlay When Printing. When this box is checked, a message window appears each time you submit a document - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 79
You can delete page overlays that are no longer used. 1. In the printer properties window, click the Extras tab. 2. Click Edit in the Overlay section. 3. Select the overlay you want to delete from the Overlay List box. 4. Click Delete Overlay. 5. When a confirming message window appears, click Yes. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 80
From the Scanner Glass Setting Copy Options Changing the Default Settings Loading Paper for Copying The instructions for loading print materials are the same whether you are printing, faxing, or copying. For further details, see page 25 for loading paper in the paper tray and page 64 for loading - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 81
best scan quality, especially for color or gray scale images, use the scanner glass scanner glass. NOTE: Contaminats on the scanner glass may cause black spots on the printout. For best results, clean the scanner glass before use. See page 154. To make a copy from the scanner glass: 1. Lift and open - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 82
the document face down on the scanner glass and align it with the registration guide on the top left corner of the glass. 3. Close the document cover. NOTE: Leaving the cover open while copying may affect the copy quality and toner consumption. NOTE: If you are copying a page from a book or magazine - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 83
copy features, such as Auto Fit, Clone, Poster, and Two Sided copying referring to page 100. 6. Press to begin copying. The display shows the copy processing top edge of the documents in first. Then adjust the document guides to the correct document size. 2. Make sure that the bottom of - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 84
copy features, such as Collation and 2 Up, or 4 Up copying referring to page 100. 5. Press to begin copying. The display shows the copy will be canceled and return to their default status. Or, they automatically return to their default status after copying. Contrast Adjust the contrast - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 85
25 percent to 400 percent when you copy original documents from the scanner glass or from 25 percent to 100 percent from the ADF. Note select from the predefined copy sizes: 1. Press ( or ). The default setting appears on the bottom line of the display. 2. Press ( - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 86
may not be available depending on where you loaded the document, on the scanner glass or in the Automatic Document Feeder. You can use the following copy in the multi-function printer. See page 100. Clone: Prints multiple image copies from the original document on a single page. The number of - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 87
enabled. To make the Auto Fit copying: 1. Load the document to be copied on the scanner glass, and close the document cover. 2. Press . 3. Press or by using the operator panel buttons. See "Setting Copy Options" on page 98. 6. Press to begin copying. Clone Copying This - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 88
Copy Options" on page 98. 6. Press to begin copying. Two-Side Copying When you copy using this feature, the multi-function printer prints one side special copy mode can be applied when you load a document using only the scanner glass. If a document is detected in the ADF, the Two Sided - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 89
the Two Sided copying: 1. Load the document to be copied on the scanner glass, and close the cover. 2. Press . 3. Press - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 90
by using the operator panel buttons. See "Setting Copy Options" on page 98. 6. Press to begin copying. Poster Copying This poster. To make the Poster copying: 1. Load the documents to be copied on the scanner glass and close the cover. 2. Press . 3. Press or the scroll - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 91
into 9 portions. Each portion is scanned and printed one by one in the following order: Changing the Default Settings The copy options, including contrast Out Option You can set the time the multi-function printer waits before it restores the default copy settings, if you do not start copying after - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 92
want appears on the display. You can select from 15, 30, 60 and 180 (seconds). Selecting "Off" means that the multi-function printer does not restore the default settings until you press to begin copying, or to cancel. 5. Press to save the selection. 6. To return to - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 93
Scanning Scanning Overview Scanning From Operator Panel Scanning Using the Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) Driver Scanning Overview Use your Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer 1600n to turn pictures and text into editable images on your computer. After you install the software from the Drivers and - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 94
user's guide of the application. Scanning Using the Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) Driver Your multi-function printer also supports the WIA driver for scanning images. WIA is one of the standard components provided by Microsoft® Windows® XP and works with digital cameras and scanners. Unlike the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 95
3. 4. 5. Enter a picture name, and select a file format and destination to save the picture. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to edit the picture after it is copied to your computer. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 96
. The Machine ID, containing your telephone number and name or company name, will be printed at the top of each page sent from your multi-function printer. 1. Press until "Printer Setup" appears on the top line of the display. The first available menu item, "Machine ID" displays on the bottom - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 97
As you perform various tasks, you may need to enter names and numbers. For example, when you set up your multi-function printer, you enter your name or your company's name and telephone number. When you store one, two or three digit speed dial or group dial numbers, - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 98
the correct time and date if loss of power to the multi-function printer occurs. To set the time and date: 1. Press until "Printer Setup" appears on the top line of the display. 2. Press the 13:00). For details, see page 115. 5. Press when the time and date on the display is correct. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 99
top line of the display. 2. Press the scroll button ( or ) until you see "Clock Mode" on the bottom line and press . The multi-function printer displays the Clock mode that is currently set. 3. Press the scroll button ( or ) to select the other mode and then press to save the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 100
mode. Toll Save Mode The Toll Save mode can be used to save scanned documents for transmission at a specified time in order to take advantage of lower , press . Once Toll Save mode is activated, your multi-function printer stores all of the documents to be faxed into its memory and sends them - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 101
mode. The number of rings before the multi-function printer answers can be set in the Ring To Answer option. See page 118 for instructions. If the user memory is full, the multi-function printer is changed to Tel mode. Tel mode (manual receive mode): Automatic fax reception is turned off. You - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 102
. When receiving a document as long as or longer than the paper installed in your multifunction printer, you can set the multi-function printer to discard any excess at the bottom of the page. If the received page is outside the margin you set, it will print on two sheets of paper at the actual size - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 103
the bottom of the document stack matches the paper size marked on the document input tray. For detailed guidelines for preparing an original document, see page 94. 3. Adjust the document resolution, referring to page 122. To fax a document from the scanner glass: 1. Open the document cover. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 104
2. Place the document face down on the scanner glass and align it with the registration guide on the top left corner of the glass. For detailed guidelines for preparing an original document, see page 94. 3. Adjust the document resolution, referring to page 122. 4. Close the document cover. NOTE: If - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 105
original or if scanning photographic materials. 1. printer supports color fax reception and you send the fax manually scanner glass. For details about loading a document, see page 120. 2. Adjust the document resolution to suit your fax needs (see page 122). If you need to change the contrast, see page - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 106
fax. Confirming Transmissions When the last page of your document has been sent successfully, the multi-function printer beeps and returns to Standby mode. If something goes wrong while sending your fax, an error message appears on the display. For a listing of error messages and their meanings, see - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 107
redialing, press . To change the time interval between redials and the number of redial attempts, see page 118. Receiving a Fax NOTE: The Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer 1600n cannot receive color faxes. About Receiving Modes NOTE: To use the Ans/Fax mode, attach an answering machine - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 108
an answering machine to the Phone connector ( ) on the back of your multi-function printer. If the caller leaves a message, the answering machine stores the message as it would normally. If your multi-function printer hears a fax tone on the line, it automatically starts to receive fax. NOTE: If - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 109
the Phone connector ( ) on back of your multi-function printer. You can easily suspend or change Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection at any time. Before using the Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection option, Distinctive Ring service must be installed on your telephone line by the telephone company. To - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 110
you are copying, printing, or run out of paper or toner, your multifunction printer stores incoming faxes in the memory. Then, as soon as For details about how to enter names, see "Using the Number Keypad to Enter Characters" on page 113. OR If you do not want to assign a name, skip this step. 7. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 111
and hold the last digit button. The corresponding entry's name briefly displays. 4. The document scans into the memory. When the document is loaded on the scanner glass, the LCD display asks if you want to send another page. Select "1:Yes" to add more documents or "2:No" to begin sending the fax - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 112
1. 2. display. Press . 3. Press the scroll button ( or ) to display "Group Dials" on the bottom line and press . 4. Press when "New" displays on the bottom line. 5. Enter a group number between 0 and 199 and press . Or select the location you want by pressing the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 113
the procedure of the desired operation (Broadcasting transmission; see page 133, Delayed transmission; see page 134). When you come to a step in which printer automatically scans the document loaded in the Automatic Document Feeder or on the scanner glass into the memory. The multi-function printer - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 114
you want to dial displays. You can search upwards or downwards through the entire memory in alphabetical order, from A to Z. While searching through the printer's memory, you can see that each entry is preceded by one of two letters; "S" for speed dial or "G" for group dial number. These letters - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 115
a document is loaded in the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder; see page 120), the multi-function printer automatically begins to send. For the document loaded on the scanner glass, the display asks if you want to load another page. Select "1:Yes" to add. Otherwise, select "2:No" Sending Broadcasting - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 116
shows the memory capacity and the number of pages being stored in the memory. For documents loaded on the scanner glass, the display asks if you want to load another page. Select "1:Yes" to add. Otherwise, select "2:No" 8. The multi-function printer begins sending the document in the order of - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 117
shows the memory capacity and the number of pages being stored in memory. For the document loaded on the scanner glass, the display asks if you want to load another page. Select "1:Yes" to add. Otherwise, select "2:No" 12. The multi-function printer returns to Standby mode. The display reminds you - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 118
being stored in the memory. For the document loaded on the scanner glass, the display asks if you want to load another page. Select "1:Yes" to add. Otherwise, select "2:No" 9. The multi-function printer shows the number being dialed and begins sending the document. Adding Documents to a Scheduled - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 119
you see the fax job you want to cancel, and press . 4. When the confirming message displays, select "1:Yes" to cancel the job. The selected job is canceled and the multi-function printer returns to Standby mode. Additional Features Using the Secure Receiving Mode You may need to prevent your - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 120
passcode and press . The mode is deactivated and the multi-function printer prints all of the faxes stored in memory. 4. To return to Standby list using the button on the operator panel; see page 133. Sent Fax Report This report shows information about the faxes you recently - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 121
time of the job, the communication mode, and the communication results. You can set up your multi-function printer to automatically print the message confirmation report after each fax job. See page 118. Junk Fax Number List This list shows up to 10 fax numbers specified as junk fax numbers by - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 122
System data list Scheduled Jobs: Scheduled job information MSG Confirm: Message confirmation Junk Fax List: Junk fax number list 3. Press . The selected information prints out. Using Advanced Fax Settings Your multi-function printer has various user-selectable setting options for sending or - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 123
Select On to turn this feature on. Create cover pages for your faxes using the Printer Settings Utility. For details, see page 46. Select Off to turn this feature off. Select On to turn this feature on. ECM Mode The Error Correction Mode helps with poor line quality and makes sure that any faxes - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 124
. Wired Network-connected Printer Your multi-function printer has a built-in network interface. For details, see page 31. Printing Across a Network Whether the multi-function printer is locally connected or network-connected, you need to install the Dell Laser MFP 1600n software on each computer - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 125
. 8. Click the Details tab and point to the printer port and then click OK. In Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP/Server 2003 Setting Up the Host Computer 1. Start Windows. 2. For Windows NT 4.0/2000, click the Start button Settings Printers. For Windows XP/Server 2003, click the Start button and point to - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 126
button and point to Explore. 2. Open your network folder in the left column. 3. Click the shared name. 4. For Windows NT 4.0/2000, from the Start button, Click Settings and point to Printers. For Windows XP/Server 2003, from the Start button, click and point to Printers and Faxes. 5. Double-click - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 127
Base-TX Windows 98/Me, NT 4.0/2000/XP/Server 2003 TCP/IP on Windows Port9100 on Windows 2000//XP/Server 2003 DHCP, BOOTP Printing a Network Configuration Page The Network Configuration page shows how the network interface card on your multi-function printer is configured. The default settings are - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 128
TCP/IP address is assigned manually by the system administrator. Dynamic Addressing BOOTP/DHCP(default): TCP/IP address is assigned automatically by a DHCP or BOOTP server on your network. Static Addressing To enter the TCP/IP address from your multi-function printer - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 129
Configuration You can return the network configuration to its default settings. 1. Press until you see network configuration. 5. Power the multi-function printer off and back on or reset the can reset the network interface card when a network problems occurs. 1. Press until you see " - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 130
Clearing the Memory Cleaning Your Multi-Function Printer Maintaining the Toner Cartridge Ordering Supplies Clearing the Memory You can selectively clear information stored in your multi-function printer's memory. 1. Press on the operator panel until "Maintenance" appears on the top line of - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 131
print quality, follow the cleaning procedures below, each time the toner cartridge is replaced or if print quality problems occur. NOTE: Do not touch the transfer roller located under the toner cartridge when cleaning inside the multi-function printer. Oil from your fingers may cause print quality - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 132
may cause print quality problems. 4. Reinsert the toner cartridge and close the front cover. 5. Plug in the power cord and power the multi-function printer on. Cleaning the scanner Keeping the scanner clean helps ensure the best possible copies. Dell recommends cleaning the scanner at the start of - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 133
3 ADF Glass 4 Scanner Glass 4. Wipe the underside of the white document cover and white sheet until it is clean and dry. 5. Close the document cover. Maintaining the Toner Cartridge Storing the Toner Cartridge Store the toner cartridge in the original packaging until you are ready to install it. Do - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 134
message, "Toner Low". Gently shake the toner cartridge from side-to-side to distribute the toner evenly and temporarily improve print quality. 1. Open the front cover. 2. Pull the toner cartridge out and gently shake the cartridge to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. NOTE: If toner - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 135
in the memory and not printed. At this stage, the toner cartridge needs to be replaced. NOTE: The Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer 1600n can print received faxes when the toner is empty. For more information, see page 159. Order an extra toner cartridge so you will have it on hand when the current - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 136
into fabric. CAUTION: Do not touch the green underside of the toner cartridge. Use the handle on the cartridge to avoid touching this area. 4. Align the toner cartridge with the labeled arrows, then slide it into the multifunction printer until it locks firmly into place. 5. Close the front cover. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 137
. The multi-function printer prints out a cleaning page. Toner particles on the drum surface are affixed to the paper. 4. If the problem remains, repeat steps 1 through 3 until toner particles are not affixed to the paper. Printing When Toner is Low When the toner cartridge is nearly empty, the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 138
Program icon on your desktop. OR 2. From the Start menu, click Programs Toner Reorder Program. Dell Dell Printers Dell Laser MFP 1600n Dell The Order Toner Cartridges window appears. Go to www.dell.com/supplies to order supplies online. If ordering by phone, call the number that appears - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 139
Troubleshooting Clearing Jams in the ADF Clearing Jams in the Paper Tray Clearing LCD Error Messages Solving Problems Clearing Jams in the ADF When a document jams while it passes through the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), "Document Jam" appears on the display. NOTE: To prevent document jams, use - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 140
Then reload the document into the ADF. If the document is jammed in the paper exit area: a. Open the document cover and turn the release knob to remove the the paper or the paper does not move when you pulled, open the document cover. 3. Turn the release knob so that you can easily seize the misfed - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 141
Panel Message [Paper Jam 0] Open/Close Door [Paper Jam 1] Open/Close Door [Paper Jam 2] Check Inside [Manual F. Jam] Location of Jam Paper Feed Jam (Tray 1) Paper Feed Jam (optional Tray 2) Paper Exit Jam Go to Image below. page 169. page 166. Fuser Area Jam page 167. Manual Feeder Jam page 169 - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 142
step 2. 2. Pull the paper tray open. 3. Remove the paper by gently pulling it straight out. If you cannot see the paper or the paper does not move when pulled, check the fuser area. For more information, see page 167. 4. Insert the paper tray into the multi-function printer until it snaps into place - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 143
and close the front cover to resume printing. Paper Exit Jam 1. Open and close the front cover. The jammed paper automatically exits the multi-function printer. If the paper does not exit, continue to step 2. 2. Gently pull the paper out of the front output tray. Skip to step 6. 3. If you cannot - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 144
by gently pulling it straight out. 5. Close the rear cover. 6. Open and close the front cover to resume printing. Fuser Area Jam NOTICE: The fuser area is hot. Take care when removing paper from the multi-function printer. 1. Open the front cover and lightly pull the toner cartridge straight out. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 145
1. 2. Remove the paper by gently pulling it straight out. 3. Replace the toner cartridge and close the front cover. Printing automatically resumes. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 146
to improper paper loading. 1. Locate the jammed paper in the manual feeder. 2. Gently pull the paper straight out of the multi-function printer. Paper Feed Jam (Optional Tray 2) 1. Pull the optional Tray 2 open. 2. Remove the jammed paper from the multi-function printer. If you cannot see the paper - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 147
-function printer until it snaps into place. 6. Open and close the front cover to resume printing. Tips for Avoiding Paper Jams By selecting the correct paper types, most paper jams can be avoided. When a paper jam occurs, follow the steps outlined in "Clearing Jams in the Paper Tray" on page 164 - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 148
-function printer has a communication problem. Ask the sender to try again. CRU Fuse Error [Low Heat Error] There is a problem in the fuser unit. Unplug the power cord and plug it back in. If the problem persists, please call for service. Heating Error Open Heat Error [Over Heat] Delayed - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 149
occurred in the Laser Scanning Unit (LSU). Unplug the power cord and plug it back in. If the problem persists, please call for service. [Jam 1] [No Cartridge] The toner cartridge is not installed. Install the toner cartridge. See page 23. [Line Error] Your multi-function printer cannot connect - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 150
quality. See page 157. Replace the toner cartridge with a new one. Solving Problems The following chart lists some conditions that may occur and the recommended solutions. Follow the suggested solutions until the problem is corrected. If the problem persists, contact Dell. Paper Feeding Problems - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 151
is not receiving power. power switch and the power source. The multi-function printer Select Dell Laser MFP 1600n as your default is not selected as the printer in your Windows. default printer. Check the multi-function printer for the following: The front or rear cover is not closed. Paper - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 152
are using Windows 98/Me, the Spooling Setting may be set incorrectly. Click the Start button Settings Printers. Right-click the Dell Laser MFP 1600n printer icon, click Properties Details Spool Settings. Select the desired spool setting. The page orientation Change the page orientation in your - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 153
, replace the toner cartridge. The file may have blank pages. Check the file to ensure that it does not contain blank pages. Some parts, such as the controller or the board, may be defective. Contact a service representative. The setting in the software Print the document by selecting Download - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 154
a new toner cartridge. See "Installing the Toner Cartridge" on page 23. Parts of the multi-function printer may have toner on them. If the defects occur on the back of the page, the problem will likely correct itself after a few more pages. The fusing assembly may be damaged. Contact a service - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 155
effect, the scanner unit may need service. For service, contact a service representative. Page skew Ensure that the paper is loaded properly. Check the paper type and quality. See "Paper Specifications" on page 200. Ensure that the paper or other material is loaded correctly and the guides are not - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 156
Black pages The toner cartridge may not be installed properly. Remove the cartridge and reinsert. The toner cartridge may be defective and need replacing. Install a new toner cartridge. See "Installing the Toner Cartridge" on page 23. The multi-function printer may require repair. Contact a service - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 157
printer by making a copy. The toner cartridge may be empty. Replace the toner cartridge, referring to page 157. Some of the words on an incoming The fax machine sending you the fax had a temporary fax are stretched. document jam. There are lines on the documents you send. Check your scan - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 158
/adjust the paper guides. Ensure that the paper is the proper paper weight. 75 g/m2 (20 lb) bond paper is recommended. Check for copy paper or pieces of copy paper remaining in the multi-function printer after a paper jam has been cleared. Fewer copies from the toner cartridge than expected prints - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 159
known good cable. If necessary, replace the cable. Check that the scanner is configured correctly. Check the application you want to use to make certain that the scanner job is being sent to the correct port. The unit scans very slowly. Check if the multi-function printer is printing received data - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 160
message when PS errors occur, open the Print Options window and click the desired selection next to the PostScript errors section. Problem Possible Cause Solution PostScript file can not The PostScript option may Print a configuration page and verify that the PS be printed. not be installed - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 161
any static electricity once again. Installing Printer Memory Additional printer memory is provided on a Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM). NOTE: Your multifunction printer supports only Dell DIMMs. Order Dell DIMMs online at www.dell.com. 1. Power the multi-function printer off and unplug all cables - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 162
1. 2. 3. Open the lever on each side of the DIMM slots completely. 4. Remove the memory DIMM from the antistatic package. Locate the alignment notches on the bottom - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 163
5. 6. Insert the ends of the memory DIMM into the slot on the levers. 7. Push the memory DIMM firmly in to make sure you fully insert it into the slot. 8. Replace the control board cover, as shown. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 164
printer on. Removing the Memory 1. Follow steps 1 and 2 on page 188 to access the control board. 2. Push the levers at both ends of the DIMM slot away from the DIMM. 3. Place the DIMM in its original packaging or wrap it with paper and store it in a box. 4. Follow from step 8 on page 190. Installing - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 165
the interface cable from the bottom of the optional Tray2. 3. Find the location of the connector and the optional tray positioners. 4. Place the multi-function printer over the tray, aligning the feet on the multi-function printer with the positioners in the optional Tray2. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 166
, see page 25. 7. Reconnect the power cord and cables and then power the multi-function printer on. When you print a document on paper loaded in the optional Tray 2, you must configure the properties of the printer driver. To access the properties of the printer driver: 1. Click the Windows Start - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 167
. 3. Click the Dell Laser MFP 1600n printer. 4. Right-click the printer icon and: In Windows 98/Me, click Properties. In Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003, click Print Setup or click Properties and then point to Printing Preferences. In Windows NT 4.0, click Document Default. 5. Click the Printer tab, and - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 168
General Specifications Multi-Function Printer Specifications Facsimile Specifications Paper Specifications ) Consumables Power requirements Manual feeder: Plain paper, Transparencies, Labels, Card, Post card (60-163 g/m2) Envelopes (60-120 g/m2, 16-32 lb) 1-piece toner cartridge system 110-127 VAC - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 169
function printer dimension (W x D x H) Random Access Memory (RAM) Weight Package Weight 16 characters x 2 lines 5,000 or 3,000 pages @ ISO 5% coverage 17.7 x 16.7 x 18 in. (450 x 423 x 456 mm) Standard 32 MB Expandable to 160 MB: SDRAM Net: 15.6 Kg (including toner cartridge), 14.8 Kg (except toner - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 170
transmission 33.6 Kbps Approx. 3 seconds/page Scanning speed * Transmission time applies to memory printer's performance and the output quality. Paper that does not meet the guidelines outlined in this User's Guide can cause the following problems: Poor print quality Increased paper jams - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 171
Guide. CAUTION: Using paper that does not meet these specifications may cause problems, requiring repairs. These repairs are not covered by the Dell warranty or service agreements. Supported 1 sheet of paper for the manual feeder a. The multi-function printer supports a wide range of media sizes. - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 172
problems may cause print quality deviations, jamming or even damage to the multi-function printer: Symptom Poor print quality or toner adhesion, problems with feeding Dropout, jamming, curl Problem . NOTE: The multi-function printer uses heat and pressure to fuse toner to the paper. Insure that - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 173
feed operation. Ideally, the printer and paper storage environment should be at or near room temperature, and not too dry or humid. Remember that paper is hygroscopic; it absorbs and loses moisture rapidly. Heat . As paper is opened and used it absorbs This can cause paper jams. Care should be taken - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 174
temperature. The air should not be too dry or too humid. The best way to store an opened ream of paper is to rewrap it tightly in its moisture-proof wrapping. If the printer environment is subject to extremes, unwrap only the amount of paper to be used during the day's operation - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 175
installation. If this equipment does cause interference with radio communications services, circuits. If necessary, consult a Dell Technical Support representative or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Dell devices, expansion cards, printers, input/output (I/O) - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 176
modifications not expressly approved by Dell could void your authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 177
Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer 1600n Company name: Dell Inc. One Dell Way Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA 512-338-4400 Modem Regulatory Information This equipment complies with Part telephone line should be less than five to ensure proper service from the telephone company. To be certain of the number - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 178
notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. If you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, see the section titled "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual to find the appropriate telephone number for obtaining customer assistance. If the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 179
0.6 B. The following information is provided in compliance with IC regulations: Dell Inc. One Dell Way Round Rock, TX 78682 USA 512-338-4400 CE Notice ( Per Phase)." EN 61000-3-3 - "Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 3: Limits - Section 3: Limitation of Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker in - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 180
B domestic environment. A "Declaration of Conformity" in accordance with the preceding directives and standards has been made and is on file at Dell Inc. Products Europe BV, Limerick, Ireland. CE Mark Notice This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European Union Directive 1999 - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 181
when used in conjunction with some parts of the network. Telecom will to make automatic calls to the Telecom `111' Emergence Service." "If a charge for local calls is unacceptable, same number within any 30-minute period for any single manual call initiation, and the equipment shall go on-hook for - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 182
Czech Republic Only) VCCI Notice (Japan Only) Most Dell computers are classified by the Voluntary Control Council for ITE, including devices, expansion cards, printers, input/output (I/O) devices, monitors, and disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 183
domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. VCCI Class B ITE Regulatory Mark If Communications (MIC) registration labels located on your computer (or other Dell digital device). The MIC label may be located separately from - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 184
Please note that this device has been approved for business purposes with regard to electromagnetic interference. If you find that this device is not suitable for your use, you may exchange it for a nonbusinesspurpose device. MIC Class A Regulatory Label If the regulatory label includes the - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 185
(a 3-prong socket). All equipment that works together (computer, monitor, printer, and so on) should have the same power supply source. The phasing conductor of the room's electrical installation should have a reserve short-circuit protection device in the form of a fuse with a nominal value no - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 186
BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) If you find a or mark on the regulatory label on the bottom, side, or back panel of your computer, the following section is applicable: NOM Information (Mexico Only) The following information is provided on the device(s) described in this document in compliance with - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 187
the ENERGY STAR® Emblem is certified to comply with EPA ENERGY STAR® requirements as configured when shipped by Dell. Any changes you make to this configuration (such as installing additional expansion cards or drives) may increase the computer's power consumption beyond the limits set by the EPA - Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer | Dell Laser Multi-Function Printer - Page 188
use for extended periods of time, particularly at night and on weekends.
Dell
™
Laser Multi-Function Printer 1600n User's Guide
Click the links to the left for information on the features, options, and operation of your multi-function
printer. For information on other documentation included with your multi-function printer, see
"Finding
Information" on page 11
.
To order replacement toner cartridges or supplies from Dell:
Double-click the Dell Toner Reorder Program icon on your desktop.
1.
OR
Visit Dell's website, or order Dell printer supplies by phone.
2.
www.dell.com/supplies
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NOTICE:
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