Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer User's Guide
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Dell V715w User's Guide May 2009 Machine type(s): 4444 Model(s): 5dw, 1dw www.dell.com | support.dell.com - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 2
...9 Ordering and replacing supplies 11 Ordering ink cartridges...11 Replacing ink cartridges...11 Recycling Dell products...12 Using the printer control panel buttons and menus 13 Using the printer control panel...13 Changing the Power Saver timeout...15 Saving paper and energy with Eco-Mode...15 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 3
from a Bluetooth-enabled device...41 Printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing)...43 Managing print jobs...44 Copying 47 Tips for copying ...49 Collating copies using the printer control panel...50 Repeating an image on one page...50 Copying multiple pages on one sheet ...50 Making a duplex - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 4
FAQ...93 Maintaining the printer 104 Maintaining ink cartridges...104 Cleaning the exterior of the printer...105 Cleaning the scanner glass...106 Troubleshooting 107 Before you troubleshoot...107 Using the Service Center to solve printer problems 107 If Troubleshooting does not solve your - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 5
results. Inspect the power cord regularly for signs of such problems. Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet before inspecting it. Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the user documentation, to a professional service person. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 6
printer, read the User's Guide carefully, and make sure you check the latest updates on our Web site. We're committed to delivering performance and value with our printers, and we want to make sure you're satisfied. If you do encounter any problems along the way, one of our knowledgeable support - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 7
up and configuring the printer on a network, depending on your printer model • Caring for and maintaining the printer • Troubleshooting and solving problems User's Guide The User's Guide is available on the installation software CD. For updates, check our Web site at support.dell.com. About your - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 8
latest supplemental information, updates, and online technical support: • Troubleshooting hints and tips • Frequently asked questions • Documentation • Driver downloads • Live chat support • E-mail support • Telephone support Dell Support Web site-support.dell.com Note: Select your region, and then - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 9
) into the ADF. Place these items on the scanner glass. 5 ADF paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding into the ADF. 6 ADF output tray Hold documents as they exit from the ADF. 7 Wi-Fi indicator Check wireless status. 8 Memory card slot Insert a memory card. 9 PictBridge and USB port - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 10
To • Access the ink cartridges and printhead. • Remove paper jams. Install, replace, or remove the ink cartridges. Connect the printer to a computer, a printer and the telephone line. Use this port if you do not have a dedicated fax line for the printer, and if this connection method is supported - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 11
www.dell.com/supplies. Replacing ink cartridges Make sure you have a new ink cartridge or cartridges before you begin. You must install new cartridges immediately after removing the old ones or the ink remaining in the printhead nozzles may dry out. 1 Turn on your printer. 2 Open the printer. Note - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 12
the used ink cartridge or cartridges. 1 2 4 Use two hands to install each cartridge. 2 1 Note: Install the new ink cartridges immediately after removing the protective cap to avoid exposing the ink to air. 5 Close the printer. Recycling Dell products To return Dell products to Dell for recycling - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 13
printer control panel: 1 2 34 5 6 Use 1 Power 2 Copy 3 Scan 4 Fax 5 Photo 6 Back 10 9 8 7 To • Turn the printer on and off. • Switch to Power Saver mode. Note: When the printer Press and hold for three seconds to turn off the printer. Access the copy menu and make copies. Access the scan - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 14
Save settings. • Feed or eject paper. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to feed or eject paper from the printer. 8 Arrow buttons Navigate to menu button to view the last five numbers dialed. Dial the telephone number manually using the keypad before sending the fax. Switch to color mode or - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 15
part of Eco-Mode. When Eco-Mode is enabled, the printer automatically switches to the following settings: • The printer display is dimmed. • The printer changes to Power Saver mode after ten minutes. • The printer prints on both sides of the paper (duplex) for copy and fax jobs, and for printing in - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 16
card or flash drive is removed. • Layout • Colorized Effect • Photo Size • Quality To change the temporary settings into new default settings 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to Defaults, and then press . 3 Press the up or down arrow button - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 17
down arrow button to scroll to Use Factory, and then press . 5 When prompted to set the initial settings of your printer, make your selections using the printer control panel buttons. Initial Setup Complete appears on the display. Using a button combination (if you cannot read the current language - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 18
11.1 (Web only)1 • Linux Fedora 10 (Web only)1 1 The printer driver for this operating system is available only at support.dell.com. Using the Windows printer software Software installed during printer installation When you set up the printer using the installation software CD, all the necessary - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 19
is installed automatically with the printer software if the printer has wireless capability. Dell Service Center (referred to as Service Center) • Troubleshoot the printer. • Access the printer maintenance functions. • Contact technical support. Notes: Printing Preferences • This program - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 20
the CD manually: a Click , or click Start and then click Run. b In the Start Search or Run box, type D:\setup.exe, where D is the letter of your CD or DVD drive. 3 Follow the instructions on the Welcome screen. Using the World Wide Web Updated printer software may be available at support.dell.com - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 21
for inkjet printers. • The paper is not used or damaged. • If you are using specialty paper, you follow the instructions that came with it. Note: To avoid jams, make sure the paper does not buckle when you adjust the paper guides. 1 Pull tray completely out of the printer. 2 Move the paper guides to - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 22
If you are loading A4- or legal-size paper, then squeeze the tab and pull to extend the tray. Note: When you pull the extension out, the first stop accommodates A4-size paper. When the extension is fully out, it accommodates legal-size paper. 4 Load the paper. Loading paper and original documents 22 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 23
the paper guides to rest gently against the left, right, and bottom edges of the paper. 6 Insert the tray. Note: If you extended the tray to accommodate A4- or legal-size paper, then the tray sticks out from the front of the printer when inserted. 7 Flip up the paper stop to catch the paper as - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 24
Loading envelopes or photo paper 1 Pull tray completely out of the printer. 2 Move the paper guides to the sides of tray. Loading paper and original documents 24 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 25
types in the tray. You can load either envelopes or photo paper, but not both. 4 Load envelopes or photo paper. Note: Load envelopes or photo paper with the printable side facedown. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, then see the instructions that came with the envelopes or photo - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 26
5 Adjust the paper guides to rest gently against the left, right, and bottom edges of the envelopes or photo paper. 1 1 6 Insert the tray. 3 2 3 2 7 Flip up the paper stop to catch the envelopes or photos as they exit. Note: For best results, allow photos to dry at least 24 hours before - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 27
with inkjet printers. • The paper guides rest against the left, right, and bottom edges of the paper. • The glossy or printable side of the paper faces down. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, then see the instructions that came with the paper.) • The paper guides rest against - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 28
printer first. • The paper guides rest ink smudging. 10 iron-on transfers • You follow the loading instructions that came with the iron-on transfers. • The print side of the transfers faces down. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the transfers. Note: For best results, load transfers one - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 29
leading edge of the banner paper feeds into the printer first. • If your printer has more than one paper tray, then load banner paper in Tray 1. To load banner paper: 1 Pull the tray completely out of the printer. 2 Remove all paper from the tray. 3 Move the paper guides as though you were loading - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 30
arrow button to select the default photo print size for the printer, and then press . Loading original documents on the scanner glass copying, and faxing. You can load A4-, letter-, or legal-size paper into the ADF. 1 Adjust the paper guide on the ADF tray to the width of the original document. 2 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 31
sure there is enough ink in the ink cartridges. • Remove each sheet as it is printed when printing photos or when working with specialty media. • Select the borderless setting when printing photos. Printing basic documents Printing a document 1 Load the paper in the printer. 2 Send the print job - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 32
4 Click OK to close any printer software dialogs. 5 Click OK or Print. Printing multiple pages on one sheet 1 With a document open, printer and the computer must be on. • The memory card or flash drive must contain document files that are supported by the printer. For more information, see "Supported - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 33
the document. If the printer is using a Wireless connection (selected models only) printer. 2 Send the print job: a With a document open, click File Print. b Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. c From the Paper Type list of the Print Setup tab, select Plain Paper. d From the Paper - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 34
printer first. • Make sure the adhesive on the labels does not extend to within 1 mm of the edge of the label sheet. • Make sure the paper guide or paper guides in a paper jam. Printing on custom-size paper Before beginning these instructions, load the custom-size paper in the printer. 1 With - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 35
. • If necessary, connect the memory card to the adapter that came with it. • Make sure that the memory card inserted is supported by the printer. For more information, see "Supported memory cards and file types" on page 36. • The flash drive uses the same port that is used for a PictBridge camera - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 36
on the display prompting you to choose which memory device to use. Supported memory cards and file types Memory Card File Type • Secure Digital xD-Picture Card (Type M) Printing photos using the printer control panel 1 Load photo paper. 2 From the printer control panel, press . 3 Insert a memory - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 37
printing, the light near your choice comes on. 9 Press . Note: For best results, allow the prints to dry at least 24 hours before stacking, displaying, or storing. Editing photos using the printer control panel 1 Load photo paper. 2 Insert a memory card or flash drive. If document files and image - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 38
Follow the instructions on the computer screen to transfer the photos to the computer or to print. If the printer is using a Wireless connection (selected you print directly from your digital camera without using a computer. 1 Insert one end of the USB cable into the camera. Note: Use only the USB - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 39
message is displayed on the printer control panel. For more information, see the camera documentation. • The printer reads only one memory device at a device using the proof sheet 1 Load letter- or A4-size plain paper. 2 From the printer control panel, press . 3 Insert a memory card or flash drive. - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 40
. 10 Press . The printer scans the proof sheet. 11 Load photo paper. Note: Make sure that the paper matches the size that you best results, allow the prints to dry at least 24 hours before stacking, displaying, or storing. Printing photos from a digital camera using DPOF If your camera supports - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 41
PDA, additional third-party software and drivers are required. For more information about the required software, see the documentation for your PDA. Setting up a connection between your printer and a Bluetooth-enabled device Note: The printer does not support printing files from your computer using - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 42
Bluetooth Pass Key menu opens on the printer control panel display if you set the security level to High. Use the keypad to enter your four-digit pass key, and then press . Printing from a Bluetooth-enabled device Note: The printer does not support printing files from your computer using a Bluetooth - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 43
, available only on selected printer models, supports letter- and A4-size paper. If you purchased a model without automatic duplex, or if you need to print duplex using other paper sizes, then see the instructions for printing on both sides of the paper (duplexing) manually. 1 With a document open - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 44
Printing section, select Manual. Note: The Print Instruction Page to Assist in Reloading item is selected automatically. 5 Click OK. The printer prints the odd-numbered pages and the instruction sheet. 6 Flip and reload the paper, following the directions on the instruction sheet to complete the - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 45
Run box, type control printers. 3 Press Enter, or click OK. The printer folder opens. 4 Right-click the printer, and then select Printing Preferences 3 Select Automatic, Quick Print, Normal, or Best. Note: Printing in Quick Print mode uses less ink and is ideal for printing text documents. Pausing - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 46
following: 1 Click , or click Start and then click Run. 2 In the Start Search or Run box, type control printers. 3 Press Enter, or click OK. The printer folder opens. 4 Right-click the printer, and then select Open. 5 Cancel the print job: • If you want to cancel a particular print job, then right - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 47
transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings). Tips for copying • When using the ADF, adjust the paper guide on the ADF Making copies 1 Load paper. 2 Load an original document faceup into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the printer control panel, press . - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 48
-sided copies (like the original document). 6 Press . 7 Follow the instructions on the display. Enlarging or reducing images 1 Load paper. 2 Load an original document faceup into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the printer control panel, press . 4 Press the up or down arrow button - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 49
or enlarge the document or photo as necessary to print a borderless copy on the paper size that you selected. For best results with this resize setting, use photo paper and set the paper type to Photo, or let the printer automatically detect the paper type. • If you select a poster size, then the - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 50
the same page image multiple times on one sheet of paper. This option is helpful when creating items such as labels, decals, flyers, and handouts. 1 Load paper. 2 Load an original document faceup into the ADF or facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the printer control panel, press . 4 Press the up - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 51
copy on a sheet of paper. You may choose to copy one, two, or four page printer models, supports letter- and A4-size paper. If you purchased a model without automatic duplex, or if you need to make duplex copies using other paper sizes, then see the instructions for making a duplex copy manually - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 52
7 Remove the paper from the paper exit tray, and then reload the paper to print the other side of the document. 8 Press . Canceling copy jobs To cancel a copy job, press . Scanning stops and the printer returns to the previous menu. Copying 52 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 53
transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings). Tips for scanning • When using the ADF, adjust the ADF paper guide to the see the Help for the printer software associated with your operating system. 4 Wait until the printer has finished downloading a list of the scan - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 54
and save them as one file. 6 Press to start scanning. The scan is complete when a message appears on the printer control panel indicating that see the Help for the printer software associated with your operating system. 4 Wait until the printer has finished downloading the list of scan applications - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 55
photos facedown on the scanner glass. 2 Click or Start. 3 Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. 4 Select Printer Home. 5 Choose your printer from the printer drop-down list. 6 Click Photo. • If you want to scan a single photo, or multiple photos as - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 56
on the scanner glass. 2 Click or Start. 3 Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. 4 Select Printer Home. 5 Choose your printer from the printer drop-down list. 6 Click PDF. Scanning starts and the scan progress dialog appears. 7 Save the document - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 57
are scanning to requires one. To learn how PINs get assigned to network computers, see the Help for the printer software associated with your choose which application to use to open it on your computer. The printer downloads this application list from your computer when scanning for the first time - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 58
fax line EXT LINE To connect: Connect the cable from the wall jack to the port of the printer. Tips for this setup: • You can set the printer to receive faxes automatically (Auto Answer On) or manually (Auto Answer Off). • If you want to receive faxes automatically (Auto Answer On), then set the - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 59
telephone wall jack EXT LINE PHONE LINE To connect: 1 Connect the cable from the wall jack to the port of the printer. 2 Remove the protective plug from the port of the printer, and then connect the answering machine to the port. Connected to different wall jacks EXT LINE PHONE LINE Faxing 59 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 60
on the line and takes over the call. • If you subscribe to a distinctive ring service provided by your telephone company, then make sure that you set the correct ring pattern for the printer. Otherwise, the printer will not receive faxes even if you have set it to receive faxes automatically. Setup - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 61
hear fax tones, press *9* or the manual answer code on the telephone to receive the fax. • You can also set the printer to receive faxes automatically (Auto Answer On), but you need to turn off the voice mail service when you are expecting a fax. This setting works best if you are using voice mail - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 62
the computer to the DSL HPN port on the DSL filter. 4 To connect a telephone to the printer, remove the protective plug from the port of the printer and then connect the telephone to the port. Scenario 3: VoIP telephone service To connect: 1 Connect one end of a telephone cable to the port of the - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 63
Scenario 4: Digital telephone service through a cable provider Setup 1: Printer is connected directly to a cable modem Follow this setup if you normally connect your telephone to a cable modem. To connect: 1 Connect one end of a telephone cable to the port of the printer. 2 Connect the other end of - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 64
to plug your devices into the cable modem. Your cable telephone service comes from the wall jacks. To connect: 1 Connect the cable from the wall jack to the port of the printer. 2 Remove the protective plug from the port of the printer, and then connect the telephone to the port. Scenario 5: Country - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 65
a non-RJ-11 wall jack EXT LINE To connect: 1 Connect one end of a telephone cable to the port of the printer. 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the RJ-11 adapter, and then connect the adapter to the wall jack. 3 If you want to - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 66
the wrap plug and connect the device to the port of the printer. EXT LINE Connecting the printer in countries that use serial connection In some countries or regions, a telephone or answering machine into the port of the printer. This is called serial connection. Austria Belgium Denmark France - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 67
EXT LINE To connect: Connect the cable from the wall jack to the port of the printer. Connecting the printer to a wall jack in Germany The German wall jack has two kinds of ports. The N ports are for fax machines, modems, and answering machines. The F port is for telephones. NFN Faxing 67 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 68
any of the N ports. EXT LINE NFN PHONE LINE To connect: 1 Connect one end of a telephone cable to the port of the printer. 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the RJ-11 adapter, and then connect the adapter to an N port. 3 If you want to connect a - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 69
. 4 Click the Fax tab, and then click Set up the printer to fax. The Printer Setup Wizard opens. 5 Run the Printer Setup Wizard. Make sure you select the correct telephone service and connection. The wizard configures optimal fax settings based on your connection. Note: If you want to configure - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 70
Print confirmation pages or transmission reports. These reports let you know if the faxes that you send are sent successfully. • Set the printer to receive faxes automatically or manually. Turn Auto Answer to On or Off. • Adjust the ringing volume. • Set the number of rings. This is important if you - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 71
to import contacts from the phone books on your computer that are supported by the fax software. In addition to the software Address Book, information for the fax software. Creating a contact list using the printer control panel 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 72
• If you want to add a contact manually, then use the keypad to enter the fax paper guide on the ADF to the width of the original document. • When using the scanner glass, close the scanner lid to avoid dark edges on the scanned image. Sending faxes using the printer control panel 1 From the printer - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 73
a dial tone. • If you set the printer to receive faxes manually (Auto Answer Off), then make sure that the ringer volume is not set to Off. • If you have set the printer to receive faxes automatically (Auto Answer On), then load paper in the printer. Receiving faxes automatically 1 Make sure that - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 74
ring service provided by your telephone company, then make sure that you set the correct ring pattern for the printer. Otherwise, the printer set it to receive faxes automatically. Receiving a fax manually 1 Turn off Auto Answer: a From the printer control panel, press . b Press the arrow buttons - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 75
Pattern Detection (DRPD) service offered by telephone companies, then your fax number is the number that you assigned to the printer. Make sure that you the printer control panel. If you have more than one telephone line, then make sure that you enter the number for the line on which the printer is - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 76
This feature allows you to have multiple telephone numbers on one telephone line. Each telephone number has a designated ring pattern the telephone line is working or if the printer is properly connected to the telephone line. If you encounter problems sending and receiving faxes, then make sure you - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 77
and takes over the call. What settings work best with digital voice mail? Voice mail and fax can share the same telephone line if you subscribe to a distinctive ring service. This feature allows you to have multiple telephone numbers on one telephone line. Each telephone number has a designated ring - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 78
If you do not have distinctive ring service, then set the printer to receive faxes manually (Auto Answer Off). This setting lets you receive both voice calls and fax calls, but works best if you use voice mail more often. You need to turn off voice mail whenever you are expecting a fax. How do I - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 79
For All or Print for All. • If you want to save on ink and print a report only when a fax job is unsuccessful, then select On Error. 6 Press and then press . How do I print a fax on both sides of the paper? 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Fax Setup, - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 80
filter the faxes that you receive. 1 Turn on fax blocking. a From the printer control panel, press . b Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Fax Setup, ? The printer saves an incoming fax to the printer memory before it prints the fax. If the printer runs out of ink or runs out of paper, then you - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 81
If an incoming fax or an outgoing fax fails due to power loss, then the printer automatically prints an error report the next time it is turned on. For incoming faxes, the error report lets you know who sent the fax - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 82
Installing the printer on a wireless network Wireless network compatibility Your printer contains an IEEE 802.11n wireless print server. Your printer is compatible with IEEE 802.11 b/g/n routers that are Wi-Fi certified. Supported network security options The printer supports three wireless security - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 83
on infrastructure networks with wireless access points and network cards that support WPA. Most newer wireless network equipment also printer on a wireless network To set up the printer for wireless printing, you need to know: • The name of your wireless network. This is also known as the Service - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 84
. 3 Follow the instructions on the Welcome screen to set up the printer. Installing the printer on other computers Once the printer is set up on the wireless network, it can be accessed wirelessly by any other computer on the network. However, you will need to install the printer driver on every - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 85
of the box, the user's guide that came with the box, or from the box Web page. If you have already changed the key for your wireless network, use the key you created. 4 Follow the instructions on your screen to complete installation. Assigning a static IP address The printer will be assigned an IP - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 86
, contact your system support person. Changing wireless settings after installation To change wireless settings on the printer, such as the printer for use on that network. Note: The printer can communicate on only one wireless network at a time. Configuring the printer for an ad hoc wireless - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 87
prompted to choose a connection option, and then click Next. 7 Follow the instructions in the "Set up a wireless ad hoc network" wizard. As part of the setup: a Create a network name or SSID for the network between the computer and your printer. b Write down the name of your network. Be sure to use - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 88
hoc network with Windows 2000. Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network Note: The printer can communicate on only one wireless network at a time. Configuring the printer for an ad hoc wireless network will remove it from any other wireless network, either ad hoc or infrastructure, for - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 89
that the printer drivers are installed on the computer. See related topics on troubleshooting specific connection types if you encounter difficulties during configuration. Note: The printer supports one active local connection (USB) and one active network connection (Ethernet or wireless) at a time - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 90
Click the Settings tab. 7 Click the Wireless setup utility link. 8 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to set up the printer wirelessly. Using the printer locally (USB) Select the connection type that describes how you currently access your printer: If the printer is currently set up for - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 91
and Print Sharing. See the Windows documentation for instructions on enabling File and Print Sharing. b Install the printer software on all computers that will print to the printer. 2 Identify the printer: a On the computer that is attached to the printer, do one of the following: 1 Click , or click - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 92
can physically connect to the network. Use a new network cable when possible to avoid potential problems caused by a damaged cable. Installing the printer on an Ethernet network Before you install the printer on an Ethernet network, make sure that: • You have completed the initial setup of the - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 93
, and are unable to locate the information in the manual, contact your system support person. What is an SSID? A Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name that identifies a wireless network. All devices on the network must know the SSID of the wireless network or they will not be able to communicate - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 94
you are unable to locate your SSID using either of these methods, contact your system support person. What is a network? A network is a collection of devices such as computers, printers, Ethernet hubs, wireless access points, and routers connected together for communication through cables or through - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 95
connections on a network with Internet access • All computers and printers connect to the network through a router with Ethernet and wireless capabilities. • Some computers and printers connect wirelessly to the router; others connect over a wired connection. • The network is connected to the - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 96
can connect to only one wireless network at a time. If you access the Internet over a wireless connection, you will lose Internet access if you are connect to an ad hoc network. Why do I need an installation cable? When setting up the printer on your wireless network, the printer will need to - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 97
may be horizontal or vertical. 2 Attach the small, square connector to the printer. 3 Continue following the on-screen instructions. How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different? Wireless networks can operate in one of two modes: infrastructure or ad hoc. In infrastructure mode, all devices - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 98
and receive radio signals. The signal strength listed on the printer network setup page indicates how strongly a transmitted signal is being received. Many factors can affect the signal strength. One factor is interference from other wireless devices or other devices such as microwave ovens. Another - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 99
conditions. If you think signal strength is a problem between your access point and the printer, try one or more of the following: Notes: • printer closer to the computer if they seem to have trouble communicating. MOVE THE PRINTER CLOSER TO THE WIRELESS ACCESS POINT/WIRELESS ROUTER If the printer - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 100
then run the utility again to set up the printer on the wireless network used by the computer. Can I use my printer on a USB and a network connection at the same time? Yes; the printer supports a simultaneous USB and network connection. The printer can be configured in the following ways: • Locally - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 101
on a network has a MAC address. Network printers, computers, and routers, whether Ethernet or wireless, all have MAC addresses. While it is on the network from unwanted devices, such as from intruders on a wireless network. MAC address filtering can also prevent legitimate access if you forget - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 102
setup to manually enter an address and other network information after selecting your printer from the available list. What is a key index? A wireless access point (wireless router) can be configured with as many as four WEP keys. Only one key is used on the network at a time, however. The keys - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 103
Select the same key index on your printer as you are using on your wireless access point. Networking 103 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 104
. 5 From the Maintenance tab, click Check ink levels. Aligning the printhead If the characters or lines on your printer image appear jagged or wavy, then you may need to align the printhead. Using the printer control panel 1 Load plain paper. 2 From the printer control panel, press . 3 Press the up - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 105
2 Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list. 3 Select Printer Home. 4 Choose your printer from the printer drop-down list. 5 From the Maintenance tab, click Clean Cartridges. 6 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. Cleaning the exterior of the - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 106
: Do not use household cleaners or detergents, as they may damage the finish of the printer. 4 Wipe only the outside of the printer, making sure to remove any ink residue that has accumulated on the paper exit tray. Warning-Potential Damage: Using a damp cloth to clean the interior may cause damage - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 107
10 seconds, and then turn the printer back on. Using the Service Center to solve printer problems The Service Center provides step-by-step troubleshooting help and contains links to printer maintenance tasks and customer support. To open the Service Center, use one of these methods: Method 1 If it - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 108
page 113 Incorrect language appears on the display If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: CHANGE THE LANGUAGE USING THE PRINTER MENUS 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Defaults, and - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 109
REMOVE AND REINSERT THE PRINTHEAD 1 Open the printer and lift the latch. 2 Remove the printhead. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the printhead nozzles. 3 Wipe the printhead contacts using a clean, lint-free cloth. Troubleshooting 109 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 110
the printhead does not resolve the error, then contact technical support. Software did not install If you encountered problems while installing, or if your printer does not appear in the list in the Printers folder or as a printer option when sending a print job, then try removing and reinstalling - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 111
the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THE INK CARTRIDGES ARE INSERTED CORRECTLY 1 Turn the printer on, and then open the printer. 2 Make sure the cartridges are inserted correctly. The cartridges should click firmly into - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 112
prints. Note: Do not remove the alignment page until printing is finished. Printer is busy or does not respond If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THE PRINTER IS NOT IN POWER SAVER MODE If the power light is blinking - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 113
you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: CHECK THE USB CONNECTION 1 Check the USB cable for any obvious damage. If the cable is damaged, then use a new one. 2 Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the printer. 3 Firmly - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 114
not to tear the paper while removing it. 4 Press to turn the printer back on. Paper jam in the duplex unit Note: The parts inside the printer are sensitive. Avoid unnecessarily part of the paper path. To avoid injury, use caution when accessing this area for clearing a paper jam. Troubleshooting 114 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 115
the duplex unit. 4 Touch DONE or press , depending on your printer model. 5 From your computer, resume the print job. Paper jam in the ADF (selected models only) Note: The parts inside the printer are sensitive. Avoid unnecessarily touching these parts while clearing jams. Troubleshooting 115 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 116
sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) • Check the loading instructions for your paper or specialty media. REMOVE EACH PAGE AS IT IS PRINTED ADJUST THE PAPER GUIDES TO FIT THE LOADED PAPER Print troubleshooting • "Poor quality at the edges of the page - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 117
printed image If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: CHECK THE INK LEVELS Replace low or empty ink cartridges. SELECT A HIGHER PRINT QUALITY FROM THE PRINTER SOFTWARE MAKE SURE THE INK CARTRIDGES ARE PROPERLY INSTALLED ALIGN THE - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 118
troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one PRINTER SOFTWARE MANUALLY SELECT A PAPER TYPE THAT MATCHES THE TYPE OF PAPER YOU ARE USING REMOVE AND REINSTALL THE PRINTER SOFTWARE Computer slows down when printing These are possible solutions. Try one scan troubleshooting • "Copier - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 119
unit. Poor copy or scanned image quality If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: CLEAN THE SCANNER GLASS ADJUST THE SCAN QUALITY FROM THE PRINTER SOFTWARE REVIEW THE TIPS FOR COPYING, SCANNING, AND IMPROVING PRINT QUALITY USE - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 120
NOT BEING USED USE A LOWER SCANNING RESOLUTION Cannot scan to a computer over a network If the "Before you troubleshoot" checklist does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THE PRINTER AND THE DESTINATION COMPUTER ARE CONNECTED TO THE SAME NETWORK MAKE SURE THE - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 121
. Do not use a line splitter. Cannot send faxes If the "Fax troubleshooting checklist" does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE REGISTERED YOUR USER INFORMATION IN THE PRINTER If you did not enter your user information during initial setup, then - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 122
that the receiving machine can support. To make sure that automatic fax conversion is enabled: 1 From the printer control panel, press . 2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Fax Setup, and then press . 3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Dialing and Sending, and then press . Troubleshooting 122 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 123
Cannot receive faxes If the "Fax troubleshooting checklist" does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE service). MAKE SURE THAT THE PRINTER IS CONNECTED TO AN ANALOG PORT The printer is an analog device. If you are using a PBX system, then make sure that the printer - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 124
then press . 4 Press the arrow buttons to scroll to Manual Pickup Code, and then press . 5 Copy the manual answer code that appears on the display. Cannot run the fax software The printer must be connected to a telephone, DSL, VoIP, or cable service before you can configure the fax settings in the - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 125
fax. There may have been a problem with the quality of the connection printer automatically converts color faxes to black and lowers the scan resolution of the document. • Lower the fax quality. • Reformat the document on Letter-size paper. The fax modem of the receiving fax machine does not support - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 126
Error Message: Failed to Connect Phone Line Error Phone Line Not Connected What it indicates: Possible solutions: The printer cannot detect a dial tone. See the "Fax troubleshooting checklist." Phone Line Busy No Answer No Caller ID Call Stopped Your telephone line or the telephone line of the - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 127
can be used in the printer. • Make sure the memory card is not damaged. • Make sure memory card contains supported file types. Nothing happens when a memory card is inserted If the "Memory card troubleshooting checklist" does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: REINSERT - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 128
wireless network If the "Memory card troubleshooting checklist" does not solve the problem, then try one or more of the following: MAKE SURE THAT BOTH THE PRINTER a wireless connection. • The printer driver is installed on the computer from which you are performing a task. • The correct printer port - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 129
wireless network. • The printer is located away from obstacles or electronic devices that could interfere with the wireless signal. Make sure the printer and wireless access point are not separated by poles, walls, or support longer than 10 feet, then try using a shorter cable. Troubleshooting 129 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 130
on Device Manager but none of the previous solutions worked, call Customer Support. • If there is no activity on Device Manager, there may be a problem with your computer and its USB support. The computer must recognize the USB connection in order for installation to work. Troubleshooting 130 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 131
and computer are configured correctly, and the wireless network is working, but the printer will not print wirelessly, then a firewall could be the problem. If there is a firewall (other than the Windows firewall) on the computer, try one or more of the following: • Update the firewall using the - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 132
Internet may require you to press an association/registration button when adding the printer to your wireless network. If you are using one of these boxes and need more information, see the documentation that came with your box, or contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Troubleshooting 132 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 133
you are having trouble printing, try placing the computer and printer no more than 100 feet apart. CHECK THE WIRELESS SIGNAL QUALITY Print problem. CHECK YOUR ADVANCED SECURITY SETTINGS • If you are using MAC address filtering to limit access to your wireless network, then you must add the printer - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 134
not print (Windows only) If you have completed the configuration for wireless printing and all of the settings appear to be correct, but the printer does not print, then try one or more of the following: ALLOW THE WIRELESS INSTALLATION TO COMPLETE Do not attempt to print, remove the installation CD - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 135
neighbor's network. If you are not using a unique network name, consult the documentation for your wireless access point (wireless router) to learn how to set a network name. If you set a new network name, you must reset the printer and computer SSID to the same network name. Troubleshooting 135 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 136
range potentially doubles in 802.11n networks. The range of your wireless network depends on many factors, including the abilities of your router and network adapters. If you are having trouble printing, try placing the computer and printer no more than 100 feet apart. You can find the strength - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 137
wireless network depends on many factors, including the abilities of your router and network adapters. If you are having trouble printing, try placing the computer and printer include the MAC address of the printer in the MAC address filter list. This will allow the printer to operate on the network. - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 138
wireless settings have changed, you must run the printer wireless setup again. Some reasons your settings may have changed include your having manually changed your WEP or WPA keys, channel, or other network settings; or the access point having been reset to factory defaults. Troubleshooting 138 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 139
long enough for the printer and the laptop to attach to the network, there may be a problem with your wireless network. Make sure that the laptop and printer have both received IP addresses: 1 Click , or click Start and then click Run. 2 In the Start Search or Run box, type cmd. Troubleshooting 139 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 140
are not sure how to do this, refer to the manual that came with your wireless router for more information. If the printer and computer have valid IP addresses and the network is operation correctly, continue troubleshooting. MAKE SURE THE WIRELESS PORT IS SELECTED 1 Click , or click Start and then - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 141
communications issues You may notice that your printer works for a short time and then stops working, although apparently nothing has changed on your wireless network. Many different issues can interrupt network communications, and sometimes more than one problem exists at the same time. These are - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 142
wireless networks use the SSID that the router was originally configured by the manufacturer to use. Using the default SSID can cause problems when more than one network is operating in the same area with the same SSID. The printer work your wireless router has to do. Refer to the manual that came - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 143
if the printer Web page reloads. CHECK FOR KNOWN ISSUES WITH THE WIRELESS ROUTER Some wireless routers have documented manual that came with your wireless router if you are not sure how to reach the manufacturer Web site. CHECK FOR WIRELESS ADAPTER UPDATES If you are having trouble printing from one - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 144
tray location 9 ADF paper guide location 9 ADF tray location 9 adjusting dialing and ringer volume 77 adjusting speaker volume 77 AliceBox 85 aligning the printhead 104 answering machine best settings for fax 77 setting up 58 appliances wireless network 99 application list downloading 57 updating 57 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 145
52 copy quality, adjusting 49 copy troubleshooting scanner unit does not close 119 copying 47 adjusting quality 49 collating copies 50 enlarging an image 48 ID cards 48 making a copy lighter or darker 49 multiple page images on one sheet 50 on both sides of the paper 51 Pages per Sheet 50 photos - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 146
Index 146 internal wireless print server resetting to factory default settings 131 IP address 102 configuring 85 IP address, assigning 102 iron-on transfers loading 28 J jams and misfeeds troubleshooting paper jam in the ADF 115 paper jam in the duplex unit 114 paper jam in the printer 113 paper or - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 147
13 location 9 using 13 printer does not print wireless 131 printer does not print wirelessly 134 printer does not respond 112 printer memory fax 80 printer printing blank pages 112 printer problems, basic solutions 107 printer software installing 20 uninstalling 20 printer, setting as default 44 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 148
fax country-specific 64 digital telephone service 63 DSL connection 61 standard telephone line connection 58 VoIP connection 62 setting up printer faxing 74 on wired network (Windows) 92 on wireless network (Windows) 84 settings timeout disabling 16 setup troubleshooting cannot print through USB 113 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 149
report, fax 79 transparencies loading 28 tray loading paper 21 troubleshooting checking an unresponsive printer 107 contacting technical support 107 fax checklist 121 Service Center 107 solving basic printer problems 107 wireless network 128 troubleshooting, copy scanner unit does not close 119 - Dell V715w All In One Wireless Inkjet Printer | User's Guide - Page 150
18 Fax Solutions software 18 Printer Home 18 Printing Preferences 18 Service Center 18 Toolbar 18 Wireless Setup Utility 18 wired (Ethernet) networking for Windows 92 wireless 89, 100 printer does not print 131 troubleshooting 131, 134 wireless network adding a printer to existing ad hoc network
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Dell V715w User's Guide
May 2009
www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Machine type(s):
4444
Model(s):
5dw, 1dw