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    Dell™ Photo All-In-One Printer 966 User's Guide To order ink or supplies from Dell: 1. Double-click the icon on your desktop. 2. Visit Dell's website, or order Dell printer supplies by phone. www.dell.com/supplies For the best service, make sure you have the Dell printer Service Tag available.
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    July 2007 SRV FT715 Rev. A01
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    What are you looking for? Find it here Drivers for my printer My User's Guide Drivers and Utilities CD How to set up my printer If you purchased your Dell computer and printer at the same time, documentation and drivers for your printer are already installed on your computer. You can use the CD
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    questions Downloads-Drivers Documentation Reference-Printer documentation and product specifications for my printer How to use Windows® XP Documentation for my printer Windows XP Help and Support Center 1. Click Start® Help and Support. 2. Type a word or phrase that best describes your problem
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    to a computer. In addition, the Dell Fax Solutions Software is bundled in the Drivers and Utilities CD and should have been installed when you installed your printer driver. You can also use this faxing software to send and receive faxes. Equipment printer phone cord (provided) Benefits Make
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    Your printer is designed to work with analog data. If you are faxing over a telephone line connected to a DSL modem, install a DSL filter to avoid interference with the analog fax modem signal. NOTE: ISDN (integrated services digital network) and cable modems are not fax modems and are not supported
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    1. Connect the DSL filter to an active telephone line. 2. Connect the printer directly to the output on the DSL filter. NOTE: Do not install any splitters between the DSL filter and the printer. Contact your DSL service provider if you need more help. Connecting to an Answering Machine 1. Connect a
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    the prefix. g. Press the Select button . Dialing a fax extension while listening to a telephone line Dial an additional 0 for a two-digit extension or an additional 0 0 for a one-digit extension. For example, to dial extension 12, enter 120. If the extension is 2,
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    line that you are using to fax, you must also have a DSL filter installed. Contact your Internet Service Provider for information. 2. Load your original document. 3. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click
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    c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 4. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 5. In the Dell All-In-One Center, you can an image, and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: One of the questions on the screen asks if there is more than one page. If there are multiple
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    a connection are retried based on the number of retries specified in the Dialing and Sending menu. Manually Dialing a Fax While Listening to a Telephone Line (On Hook Dial) 1. Make sure your printer is on and connected to an active telephone line. 2. Load an original document. 3. From the main
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    Page screen. NOTE: You can also enter or change information on the Cover Page using the Printer Setup Utility. For more information, see Using the Computer. Using the Computer 1. With the Dell Fax Solutions open, select Select Settings. 2. Click the Sending Faxes tab. 3. From the Cover Page area
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    . Sending a Color Fax NOTE: The fax machine of the recipient should also support color faxes. 1. Make sure your printer is on and connected to an active telephone line. 2. Load the paper. For more information, see Loading Paper. 3. Load the original document. Faxing color documents uses a lot of the
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    Back button . to select the number of rings you want to allow before the printer When the number of set rings is detected, the printer automatically receives the fax. Receiving a Fax Manually 1. Make sure your printer is on and connected to an active telephone line. 2. Make sure Auto Answer is
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    Programs or All Programs ® Dell PC Fax® Dell PC Fax. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell PC Fax. c. Click Dell PC Fax. 2. From Receiving Faxes, choose how you want to receive the fax. Select Automatically if you want the software to receive faxes, or Manually if you want to decide
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    Printer Setup Utility if you want to configure the printer's fax settings from your computer. 1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 2. Select Printer
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    service manual answer code. The default code is DELL one page, or keep the oversized fax to scale and print on two pages. Choose whether you want to print a footer (date, time, and page number) on each page. If an optional second paper tray is installed, choose from which tray the printer picks paper
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    assumes you are entering a speed dial entry. If the number you entered does not correspond to any entry in the Phone Book, the printer assumes you are entering an extension number. Blocking Faxes Create a Blocked Fax List 1. From the main menu, press the up or down Arrow button . to
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    . 4. From the Blocked List menu item, press the left or right Arrow button to choose On. 5. Press the Select button . If the printer detects a fax from one of the numbers on the Blocked Fax List, the transmission is disconnected. Blocking Faxes Without Caller ID 1. From the main menu, press the
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    Using the Computer Creating a Report for Sent or Outgoing Faxes 1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell PC Fax® Dell PC Fax. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell PC Fax. c. Click Dell PC Fax. 2. From Sending Faxes, click Create Report. 3. Select a date range for your report.
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    is connected to a computer, you can use either the printer operator panel or the printer software to produce quality documents. You do need to connect your printer to a computer to print, scan, or use the Save Photos to Computer function or the Print Files mode. You do not need to connect your
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    your printer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. NOTE: The Express Service Code is not available in all countries. 12 Supplies Reorder Label To order ink cartridges or paper, visit www.dell
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    printer, the power will be off when you plug it back in. Cover that you have to remove to install the Dell 966 Internal Wireless/ printed (in Photo mode). Initiate a paper feed by holding the button for three seconds. Turn your printer on or off. NOTE: Do not unplug your printer from the electrical
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    minimal power at this state. Cancel a scan, print, or copy job in progress. Cancel a copy job (using only the printer), and eject the page. Exit a menu, and return to the default settings. Return to the previous menu or screen. Save the changes made on a sub-
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    Understanding the Software Using the Dell All-In-One Center Using the Dell Fax Solutions Software Using Printing Preferences Using Memory Card Manager Dell Ink Management System Removing and Reinstalling Software The printer software includes: Dell All-In-One Center- Allows you to
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    Dell All-In-One Center. To access the Dell All-In-One Center: 1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 2. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell paper
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    other fax settings. To access the Dell Fax Solutions Software: 1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell PC Fax. 2. Select Dell PC Fax. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell PC Fax. c. Click Dell PC Fax. The Dell Fax Solutions Software has two main sections. When you save
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    . To access Printing Preferences when a document is not open: 1. In Windows XP, click Start® Settings® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Printers and Faxes. In Windows 2000, click Start® Settings® Printers. In Windows Vista: a. Click ® Control Panel. b. Click Hardware and Sound. c. Click
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    You can also view the paper type that the printer detects. Maintenance Install Ink Cartridges Clean Ink Cartridges Align Ink Cartridges Print a Test Page Network Support Using Memory Card Manager Memory Card Manager allows you to display, manage, edit, print, and save photos from your memory card
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    can occur. 2. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 3. Select Memory Card Manager. Dell Ink Management System Each time you print a job, a printing
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    c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 2. Click Uninstall Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. 4. Restart your computer. 5. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD, and then follow the instructions on the screen. If the installation screen does not appear: a. In Windows XP
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    200% Custom% Fit to Page 2 x 2 Poster 3 x 3 Poster 4 x 4 Poster Quality Draft Normal Photo Auto* Lighter/Darker Press the left or right Arrow button to adjust the brightness. Paper Handling Press the Select button to enter the Paper Handling menu, and then select the size and type of the blank
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    Settings menu. For more information, see Settings Copy Default Settings Menu. * Factory default setting Photo Mode Most digital cameras use a memory card to store photos. Your printer supports the following digital media: CompactFlash Type I and II Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick
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    Preview Press the Select button to see a preview of the print job for the selected photo. Photo Edit Mode Menu You can access the Photo Edit Mode menu by selecting Edit Photo from the Photo More Options menu. Menu item Settings Brightness Press the left or right Arrow button Rotate Clockwise
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    5x7" 8x10" 8.5x11" Layout Automatic* Borderless (1 per page) One Photo Centered 1 per page 2 per page 3 per page 4 per page 6 per Draft Normal Photo Paper Press the Select button to enter the Paper Handling menu, and then select the size and type of the Handling blank paper loaded in
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    Draft Normal Photo Paper Press the Select button to enter the Paper Handling menu, and then select the size and type of the Handling blank paper loaded in your Internet Service Provider for more details. If you are using the Dell Fax to send a fax from within an application, the printer must be
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    Menu. Press the Select button to print the phone book stored on your printer. Name Search Menu You can access the Name Search menu by selecting letter. The list automatically scrolls to the appropriate place in the phone Window book. Speed dial The names for the speed dial entries are shown
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    by selecting Group Search from the Phone Book menu. Menu item Search Criteria Window Speed dial Action Use the keypad to enter a letter. The fax number of groups listed depends on the number of groups specified in your printer. Phone Book Edit Group Menu You can access the Phone Book: Edit
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    selecting Add Group from the Phone book menu. Menu item Name Fax number window Name Search Phone Number Search Redial History Speed Dial Number Action Use the . When Auto Answer is turned off, incoming faxes must be answered manually. Menu item Current Time Turn Auto Answer On at Turn Auto Answer
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    Cover Page Menu You can access the Cover Page menu by pressing the Menu button when Cover Page is highlighted in the Edit Fax Settings menu. From the Cover Page menu, press the Menu button to edit the contents of your cover page. Menu item From # Action Leave Blank* From #1 From #2 From #3 From #4
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    display information about pending faxes on the screen. Manual Print* Every 40 Jobs Print Fax Activity History the Fax History More Options menu by highlighting one of the numbers shown on the Fax History History Action Press the Select button Fax Number Window. to enter the Fax Mode menu with
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    Manual Pickup Key Code Press the Select button to display the Pickup Code menu. To change the code, use the keypad to specify a new code, and then press the Select button . NOTE: The default code is DELL paper source. For more information, see Paper name for the printer. This is the name shown
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    Minutes 0 Times 1 Time 2 Times 3 Times* 4 Times 5 Times None*-Press the Select button Create-Press the Select button to change defaults. to create a prefix if one is necessary to obtain an outside line. Off Low* High Before Dial*-the fax is scanned to memory before dialing the fax number. After
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    on, calls received from fax machines that have a caller ID that matches one specified on the block list or have blocked their caller ID are disconnected. Entry Number Search from the Fax Blocking menu. Menu item Search Criteria Window Blocked Fax List Number Action Use the keypad to enter a number
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    Mode To view or change the Scan Mode menu settings: 1. Ensure your printer and computer are connected via a USB cable. 2. From the main menu . Scan Mode Menu Menu item Settings Scan To Preview Email File software installed on your computer Color Color* Black & White Quality Automatic* 150
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    button . Setup Mode Menu Menu item Action Paper Handling Press the Select button Paper Handling Menu. to enter the Paper Handling menu. For more information, see Change Printer Default Press the Select button to enter the Printer Default Settings menu. For more Settings information, see
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    Print Settings menu, Photo Default Settings menu, Print File Default Settings menu, Fax Printing menu, or Bluetooth Default Settings menu. Paper Handling menu for printer with one input tray Menu Settings item Size Hagaki L 2L A6 10x15 cm A5 13x18 cm B5 A4 3x5 4x6 5x7 8.5x11 8.5x14 NOTE: Size
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    For more information, see Understanding Tray Linking. Tray1* Tray2 Photo Source Tray1* Tray2 Print Files Source Tray1* Tray2 Fax Source Tray1* Tray2 Auto NOTE: Select Auto if you want the printer to pick from the tray containing the paper that matches the size of the incoming fax. You also
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    you want to prevent other users from changing the settings of your printer. Speaker Volume Off Low* High * Factory default setting Set Date Paper Handling Press the Select button Handling Menu. * Factory default setting to enter the Paper Handling menu. For more information, see Paper Photo
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    cm 3.5x 5" 4x6" 5x7" 8x10" 8.5x11" Layout Automatic* Borderless (1 per page) One Photo Centered 1 per page 2 per page 3 per page 4 per page 6 per page 8 per page 16 per page Quality Auto* Draft Normal Photo Paper Handling Press the Select button Handling Menu. * Factory default setting to
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    Default Settings Menu You can view or change the PictBridge Default Settings by selecting Change PictBridge Default Settings from the Setup menu. Menu item Photo Size Settings Hagaki L 2L 60x80 mm A6 10x15 cm A5 B5 A4 13x18 cm 3.5x 5" 4x6" 5x7" 8x10" 8.5x11" Layout Automatic* Borderless (1 per
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    One Photo Centered 1 per page 2 per page 3 per page 4 per page 6 per page 8 per page 16 per page Quality Auto* Draft Normal Photo Paper Handling Press the Select button Handling Menu. * Factory default setting to enter the Paper Handling menu. For more information, see Paper Network Setup
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    , press the up or down Arrow button to scroll to Maintenance. 2. Press the Select button . Maintenance Mode Menu Menu item Action View Ink Levels Press the Select button to display the current ink level for each cartridge on the screen. Clean Cartridges Press the Select button to clean the
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    to factory default settings. PictBridge Mode Your printer automatically switches to PictBridge mode when you connect One Photo Centered 1 per page 2 per page 3 per page 4 per page 6 per page 8 per page 16 per page Quality Auto* Draft Normal Photo Paper Press the Select button to enter the Paper
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    Bluetooth-enabled devices to detect the USB Bluetooth adapter attached to your printer. Security Low* High Pass Key Specify a pass key. Any external Address. Paper Handling Press the Select button to enter the Paper Handling menu, and then select the size and type of the blank paper loaded in
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    The Dell™ 966 Internal Wireless/Ethernet Adapter The Dell Photo All-In-One Printer 966 An existing wireless network The Drivers and Utilities CD that came with your printer A computer running one of the following operating systems: Windows Vista™ Windows® XP Windows 2000 Wireless Network Settings
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    and the cover plate. CAUTION: Wireless adapters are easily damaged by static electricity. Touch something metal such as the printer frame before you touch the card. 4. Unpack the adapter. Save the packaging materials. 5. Align the edges of the adapter into the guides on the left and right, and
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    and Utilities CD. The CD launches automatically. NOTE: If you do not have your Drivers and Utilities CD, you can download the appropriate software from support.dell.com . 5. Select Using a wireless network, and then click Next. 6. Select I Agree with the terms of this license agreement, and then
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    . The CD launches automatically. NOTE: If you do not have your Drivers and Utilities CD, you can download the appropriate software from support.dell.com . 3. Select Advanced Setup, and then click Next. 4. Select how the printer will be attached to a network, and then click Next. 5. Click I Agree
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    detect wireless network settings or allow you to manually enter the network configuration settings. Before configuring the adapter, make sure your printer has been set up correctly: The adapter has been installed correctly in the printer. The ink cartridges are installed correctly. Paper has
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    directly without using a wireless router (AdHoc Mode), and then click Next. For additional setup instructions, see Manually Configuring the Adapter in NOTE: Clicking Next prompts the setup utility to verify wireless communication with the printer. The verification process can take up to 120 seconds.
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    points that support WPA2 security 1. From the Wireless Security Settings more information, see Verifying Network Communication. Manually Configuring the Adapter in Ad-Hoc Mode one network key check box, and then enter the additional network keys. 4. Click Next. 5. On the Apply and Verify Wireless
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    Next to continue with printer software installation. If the adapter was not able to join the wireless network, try one of the following suggestions: Next. Follow the instructions on your screen to update the wireless settings. Select I have moved my wireless printer closer to the wireless router. I
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    Loading Original Documents Loading Paper Into Trays Loading Paper 1. Fan the paper. 2. Remove the paper tray. Push the lever in, and then extend the tray until it is long enough to accommodate the length of the paper. 3. Load paper in the paper tray, and adjust the paper guides. NOTE: You can only
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    Make sure: The paper guides rest against the edges of the paper. You load the paper with the print side facing down and the top going into the printer first. You select Automatic, Draft, Normal, or Photo print quality. Do not select Draft if you have a Photo cartridge installed. 10 envelopes in
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    paper 150 sheets of custom size paper The print side of the paper faces down. The paper guides rest against the edges of the paper. You select Automatic, Normal or Photo print quality. You follow the loading instructions printer first. The paper guides rest against the edges of the paper. The paper
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    linking enables the automatic linking feature for trays when you load the same size and type of paper in the standard and optional paper trays. The printer automatically links the trays; when one tray is empty, paper feeds from the next linked tray. For example, if you have the same size and type of
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    the Select button 2. Press the up or down Arrow button to scroll to Paper Handling, and then press the Select button . 3. Press the up or down to the previous menu. Enabling Tray Linking to Print Received Faxes 1. Load paper of the same type but of different sizes in both trays. 2. From the
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    load one of these paper types, the printer detects the paper type and automatically adjusts the Quality/Speed settings. Paper type Plain/coated Transparency Photo/glossy Quality/Speed settings Black and Color Cartridges Installed Photo and Color Cartridges Installed Normal Photo Normal Photo
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    type. 4. Click OK. To turn off the automatic paper type sensor for all print jobs: 1. In Windows® XP, click Start® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Printers and Faxes. In Windows 2000, click Start® Settings® Printers. In Windows Vista™: a. Click ® Control Panel. b. Click Hardware and
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    The paper guide rests against the edge of the paper. The paper fits The paper guide rests against the edge of the paper. The paper fits paper guide rests against the edge of the paper ink particles in the ADF. You avoid embossed designs. The paper The paper guide rests against the edge of the paper.
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    3. Close the top cover.
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    information in your Owner's Manual. Dell ink cartridges are available only through Dell. You can order more ink online at www.dell.com/supplies or by phone. Dell recommends Dell ink cartridges for your printer. Dell does not provide warranty coverage for problems caused by using accessories, parts
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    container, such as the storage unit you received with your photo cartridge, or dispose of them properly. 6. If you are installing new ink cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of each ink cartridge. NOTE: The following illustration shows a black cartridge and
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    the page prints. To align the ink cartridges from the printer software: 1. Load plain paper. 2. In Windows XP, click Start® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Printers and Faxes. In Windows 2000, click Start® Settings® Printers. In Windows Vista: a. Click ® Control Panel. b. Click Hardware
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    begins printing. To clean the nozzles from the printer software: 1. Load plain paper. 2. In Windows XP, click Start® Control Panel® Printers and Other Hardware® Printers and Faxes. In Windows 2000, click Start® Settings® Printers. In Windows Vista: a. Click ® Control Panel. b. Click Hardware and
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    5. Click the Maintenance tab. 6. Click Clean Ink Cartridges. The cleaning page begins printing. 7. If the print indicate the active settings. You can restore the original printer settings, often referred to as the factory default settings. 1. Make sure the printer is on. 2. Press the up or down
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    or Print. Printing Photos NOTE: Dell recommends you use a color cartridge and a photo cartridge for printing photos. 1. Turn on your computer and printer, and make sure they are connected. 2. Load photo/glossy paper with the print side facing up. NOTE: Photo/glossy paper is recommended for printing
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    paper contains a 2 mm margin on all sides. 6. On the Print Setup and Advanced tabs, make any necessary changes for your document. 7. When you finish customizing your settings, click OK. The Printing Preferences dialog box closes. 8. Click OK or Print. 9. Remove each photo after it exits the printer
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    documents from your Windows Mobile/Pocket PC PDA, you require additional third-party software and drivers. For more information about the required software and drivers, and to purchase these components, refer to the Westtek Web site at www.westtek.com. Before you call Dell customer support, see the
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    Discovery Mode, and then press the left or right e. Press the Back button . 4. From your external Bluetooth-enabled device, send the print job to the printer. Refer to the device documentation for more information. NOTE: If the security level is set to High, you are required to enter the pass key
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    Printing Photos From a PictBridge-Enabled Camera Your printer supports PictBridge-enabled cameras. 1. Insert one end of the USB cable into the camera. 2. Insert the other end of the USB cable into the PictBridge port on the front of the printer. Refer to the instructions included with your camera
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    want to be printed on one sheet. 7. Select the paper without having to manually re-orient the sheets. Make sure: You installed the optional duplex unit. You loaded letter size or A4 plain paper. You cannot duplex-print on envelopes, card stock, or photo paper. 1. Turn on your computer and printer
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    When you are finished customizing your settings, click OK. The Printing Preferences dialog box closes. 9. Click OK or Print. Manual Duplex Manual duplex allows you to print your document on both sides of the paper. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages of the document on the front sides of the
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    are finished customizing your settings, click OK. The Printing Preferences dialog box closes. 8. Click OK or Print. NOTE: Once the printer begins printing, wait until you can see the leading edge of the banner exiting the printer, and then carefully unfold the paper down to the floor in front of the
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    When the printer software installation screen appears, click Personal Installation or Network Installation. 5. Follow the instructions on your screen to complete the installation. Determine if the printer software is installed. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers. For Windows Vista:
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    1. Click ® Programs. 2. Click Dell Printers. If the printer does not appear in the list of printers, the printer software is not installed. Install the printer software. For more information, see Removing and Reinstalling Software. Correct communication problems between the printer and the computer.
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    Loading Paper. Ensure the printer is not connected to a PictBridge-enabled camera. For more information, see Printing Photos From a PictBridge-Enabled Camera. General Problems Printing Problems Check the ink levels, and install new print cartridges if necessary. For more information, see: Dell Ink
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    or newspapers. 1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 2. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 3. Click See More Copy Settings
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    ® Dell Printers. For Windows Vista: 1. Click ® Programs. 2. Click Dell Printers. If the printer does not appear in the list of printers, the printer software is not installed. Install the printer software. For more information, see Removing and Reinstalling Software. Correct communication problems
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    or newspapers. 1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 2. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 3. Click See More Scan Settings
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    computer 1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 2. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 3. From the Send scanned images to
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    memory is full, print a fax activity report and resend pages that were not transmitted. When sending color pages, set the printer to scan the original documents after dialing. 1. From the main menu, press the up or down Arrow button . to scroll to Fax, and then press
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    want to print photos stored on the memory card in a different file format, the photos must be transferred to your computer before printing. Ensure the printer is not connected to a PictBridge-enabled camera. For more information, see Printing Photos From a PictBridge-Enabled Camera. Paper Problems
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    jam. If the paper jam is near the paper input tray: 1. Remove the paper tray. 2. Pull firmly on the paper to remove it. 3. Replace the paper tray. 4. Press the Select button . 5. Resend your print job to print any missing pages. If the paper jam is not visible: 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Lift the
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    unit, remove it. 2. Open the rear access door. 3. Firmly grasp the paper, and gently pull it from the printer. 4. Close the rear access door. 5. Re-install the duplex unit. 6. Press the Select button to continue printing. If the paper jam occurs near the ADF: 1. Lift the ADF cover located to the
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    run a few cleaning cycles or check troubleshooting. Press to retry The tape was not removed from the ink cartridges before the cartridges were installed. Remove the tape from the ink cartridges. For more information, see Replacing Ink Cartridges. There is a problem reading the memory card. Ensure
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    in the printer. Contact Customer Support. For more information, go to support.dell.com. Clear the paper jam. For more information, see Check for a paper jam.. Clear the paper jam in the ADF. Low Ink Error The ink cartridge is running low on ink. The Low Ink Error occurs when your ink cartridges
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    the Ink Cartridge Nozzles. For additional solutions, go to support.dell.com. General Guidelines for Selecting or Loading Print Media Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can cause paper jams and poor print quality. Use only high-quality, copier-grade paper for the best print
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    in the input tray. Do not overload the input tray. Do not remove media from the input tray while printing. Flex, fan, and straighten the paper before loading. Do not use creased, damp, or curled paper. Orient the media according to the instructions for the printer.
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    not insert more than one memory card at a time. Do not insert a memory card if there is already a USB key inserted in the printer. The connector that is a memory card or USB key, the printer automatically switches to Photo mode. NOTE: The printer supports FAT32 data format. Files stored in NTFS
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    or USB key. The printer automatically switches to the Photo mode. 2. Press the up or down Arrow button button . to scroll to Save Photos to Computer, and then press the Select 3. Press the Start button . The Memory Card Manager launches on your computer. 4. Follow the instructions on the Memory
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    If your camera supports DPOF, you can specify which photos to print, and how many of each, while the memory card is still in the camera. The printer recognizes these settings when you insert the memory card into the printer. NOTE: If you specified a paper size in the DPOF selection, make sure the
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    3. Press the button to access the Print Files Mode menu. 4. Press the up or down Arrow button to scroll to the file that you want to print. 5. Press the Start button .
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    Power Consumption and Requirements Fax Mode Capabilities Print and Scan Mode Capabilities Overview Memory Connectivity Duty cycle (average) Printer life Operating System Support Memory Specifications and Requirements Media Types and Sizes Cables 32 MB SDRAM 4 MB FLASH 4 MB Fax USB 2.0 high
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    600 dpi Print resolution Photo/Glossy paper All other media 600 x 600 dpi 300 x 600 dpi 1200 x 1200 dpi 600 x 600 dpi 4800 x 1200 dpi 1200 x 1200 dpi Operating System Support The printer supports: Windows XP Professional x64 Windows XP Windows 2000 Windows Vista Memory Specifications and
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    paper Banner paper Envelopes Greeting cards, index cards, postcards, or photo cards Photo/glossy or matte paper Iron-on transfers Transparencies Custom size paper Sizes supported 162 x 229 mm 10 envelopes Photo/Post card: 4 x 6 inches transparencies The paper must fit the following dimensions: Width:
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    Copying Copying Documents Collating Copies Copying Photos Copying a Two-sided Document Making a Duplex Copy Changing Copy Settings Copying Documents Using the Operator Panel 1. Turn on the printer. 2. Load the paper. For more information, see Loading Paper. 3. Load your original document
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    Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 5. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One printer. 2. Load the paper. For more information, see Loading Paper. 3. Load your original document.
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    , see Loading Paper. 3. Load your original document. 4. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 5. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center
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    are finished customizing your settings, click Copy Now. Copying Photos Using the Operator Panel 1. Turn on the printer. 2. Load photo/glossy paper with the print side facing down. For more information, see Loading Paper. 3. Load your original photo. 4. Press the up or down Arrow button to scroll
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    4. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 5. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 6. Click Preview Now. 7. Adjust the dotted
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    the Copy Mode menus on the operator panel. For more information about settings, see Copy Mode. Using the Computer 1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click
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    Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 2. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 3. Select the number of copies (1-99) and color setting from the Copy drop-down menu. 4. Click See More Copy Settings to: Choose a copy quality. Select the paper options such as paper size and quality.
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    assisted technical support, online technical support is available at Dell Support. Additional technical support options may be available for purchase. Dell provides limited technical support for the printer and any Dell-installed software and peripherals. Support for thirdparty software and
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    @dell.com (Canada only) Warranty and Return Policy Dell Inc. ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry-standard practices. For information about the Dell warranty for your printer, refer to the Owner's Manual
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    . 3. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 4. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 5. From the Send scanned image to: drop
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    . 3. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 4. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 5. From the Send scanned image to: drop-down
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    document. 3. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 4. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 5. From the Send scanned image to
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    Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 2. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 3. Click Maintain/Troubleshoot. 4. From the Maintain/Troubleshoot window, click Maintain or fix quality problems. The Printing Preferences dialog opens. 5. From the Maintenance tab, click Network Support
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    , ensure you have OCR software installed on your computer. 1. Turn on your computer and printer, and make sure they are connected. 2. Load your original document. 3. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click
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    document. 3. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 4. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 5. From the Send scanned image to
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    Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 4. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 5. From the Productivity Tools section, click Save an image on my computer. 6. Follow the instructions
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    ® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 4. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 5. From the Productivity Tools section, click E-mail an image or document. 6. Follow the instructions
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    3. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. For Windows Vista: a. Click ® Programs. b. Click Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 4. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Center opens. 5. Click Preview Now. NOTE: If the size of the
  • Dell 30b0400 | User Guide - Page 127
    Dell Printers. c. Click Dell Photo AIO Printer 966. 2. Select Dell All-In-One Center. The Dell All-In-One Click the Advanced button to change options such as paper size and quality. 6. To make any changes, send scans to. Update the default fax driver. Straighten images after scan (deskew). Sharpen
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    any rights to the Dell- or third-party-copyrighted software in this printer. Since the GNU licensed software that the Dell modifications are based upon (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER
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    that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receive source code or can any problems introduced by others will not reflect on the original authors' reputations. Finally, any free program is threatened constantly by software
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    Sections 1 and 2 above provided that you also do one of the following: a. Accompany it with the complete scripts used to control compilation and installation of the executable. However, as decide if he or she is willing to distribute software through any other system and a licensee cannot impose
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    software which is copyrighted by the Free Software Foundation, write to the Free Software Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. 12. the best way to achieve this is to make it free software which
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    software (and charge for this service if you wish); that you receive source code or can get it if you want it; that you can change the software affected by problems that might be introduced by others. Finally, software patents pose to control compilation and installation of the library. Activities
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    modifications or work under the terms of Section 1 above, provided that you also meet all of these conditions: a. The modified work must itself be a software library. b. You must cause the files modified to carry prominent notices stating that you changed the files and the date of any change. c. You
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    computer system, rather than copying library functions into the executable, and (2) will operate properly with a modified version of the library, if the user installs one, as long as the modified version is interface-compatible with the version that the work was made with. c. Accompany the work with
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    differ in detail to address new problems or concerns. Each version is software which is copyrighted by the Free Software Foundation, write to the Free Software Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. 16.
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Dell™ Photo All-In-One Printer 966 User's Guide
To order ink or supplies from Dell:
1. Double-click the icon on your desktop.
2. Visit Dell's website, or order Dell printer supplies by phone.
www.dell.com/supplies
For the best service, make sure you have the Dell printer Service Tag available.
Finding Information
Faxing
About Your Printer
Understanding the Software
Understanding the Operator
Panel Menus
Installing the Dell 966 Internal
Wireless/Ethernet Adapter
Loading Paper and Originals
Maintenance
Printing
Troubleshooting
Printing From a Memory Card
or USB Key
Specifications
Copying
Appendix
Scanning
Licensing Notice
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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Model 966
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