Lexmark X4550 User's Guide
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-4500 Series User's Guide March 2007 www.lexmark.com Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2007 Lexmark International, Inc - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 2
a lightning storm. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Operating system notice All features and functions are operating system-dependent. For complete descriptions: • Windows users-See the User's Guide. • Macintosh users-If your product supports Macintosh, see the Mac Help installed with the printer software. - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 3
the PictBridge menu ...22 Using the Settings menu ...23 Saving settings ...25 Learning about the software 27 Using the printer software...27 Using the Lexmark Imaging Studio...27 Using the Solution Center...28 Using Printing Preferences...30 Opening Printing Preferences ...30 Using the Printing - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 4
Printing...39 Printing a document...39 Printing high-quality graphics...39 Printing a Web page...39 Printing photos or images from a Web page 40 Printing collated copies...41 Printing the last page first (reverse page order 41 Printing transparencies...41 Printing envelopes...41 Printing cards... - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 5
67 Faxing...68 Sending a fax using the software...68 Receiving a fax automatically...69 Maintaining the printer 70 Changing print cartridges...70 Removing a used print cartridge...70 Installing print cartridges...70 Achieving better print quality...72 Improving print quality ...72 Aligning print - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 6
or photo scans ...90 Cannot scan to a computer over a network 90 Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting 90 Paper jam in the printer ...90 Paper jam in the paper support ...91 Paper or specialty media misfeeds...91 Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media 91 Banner paper jams ...92 - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 7
96 Left Cartridge Error / Right Cartridge Error 97 Left Cartridge Incorrect / Right Cartridge Incorrect 97 Left Cartridge Missing / Right Cartridge Missing 97 card...99 Some photos removed from card by host 99 There is a problem reading the memory card 99 Settings are not saved...99 Change time- - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 8
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, where D is the letter of your CD-ROM • Connecting the printer to a network (if supported by drive. your printer) 2 Click View User's Guide (including Setup • Troubleshooting problems with printing, copying, Troubleshooting). scanning, faxing, paper jams, and misfeeds 3 Click Yes. Note: If - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 10
notice. For the most recent phone numbers available, see the printed warranty statement that shipped with your printer. E-mail support For e-mail support, visit our Web site: www.lexmark.com. E-mail support varies by country or region, and may not be available in some instances. 1 Click CUSTOMER - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 11
included with this warranty that shipped with your printer will be free of defects in printer, or set forth at printer. materials and workmanship for a www.lexmark.com. period of 12 months after the 1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT. original date of purchase. 2 Click Warranty Information. 3 From - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 12
contents Name Description 1 Black print cartridge 2 Color print cartridge Cartridges to be installed into the printer. Note: Cartridge combinations vary depending on the product purchased. 3 Power cord Attaches to the power supply port located at the back of the printer. Note: Your power cord - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 13
Installing another language control panel These instructions apply only if you received one or more additional language control panels with the printer. 1 Lift and remove the control panel (if one is installed). 2 Choose the correct control panel for your language. 3 Align the clips on the control - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 14
For complete networking information, please refer to the Getting Started booklet that came with the product. Installing the printer on a network Follow the instructions for the networking method you want to use. Make sure the selected network is set up and working properly, and that all relevant - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 15
internal wireless print server with the guides on the left and right, and then slide the wireless print server into the printer until it snaps into place. 5 Make sure the antenna points up. 6 Attach the adhesive label with the MAC address to the back of the printer. You will need this later to - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 16
Understanding the parts of the printer Use the To 1 Paper support Load paper. 2 Wi-Fi indicator Check wireless status: • Off indicates that the printer is not turned on or that no wireless option is installed. • Orange indicates that the printer is ready for wireless connection, but not - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 17
Use the To 1 Scanner unit Access the print cartridges. 2 Print cartridge carrier Install, replace, or remove a print cartridge. 3 Lexmark N2050 (internal wireless print server) Connect the printer to a wireless network. Note: Only the 4500 Series comes with an internal wireless print server - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 18
screen and print photos. Note: The mode is selected when the button light is on. 5 Settings Access the settings default screen and change printer settings. Note: Other button lights are off when this button is selected. 6 Lighter / Darker Adjust the brightness of a copy or photo. 7 Display the - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 19
Press To 1 Start Color Start a color copy, scan, or photo print job, depending on which mode is selected. 2 Start Black Start a black-and-white copy, scan or photo print job, depending on which mode is selected. Using the Copy menu To access and navigate the Copy menu: 1 From the control panel, - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 20
Use this To Copies* Specify how many copies to print. Resize* • Specify the percentage for enlarging or reducing the original copy. • Specify a specific copy size. • Create a multiple-page poster. Lighter / Darker* Adjust the brightness of a copy. Quality* Adjust the quality of a copy. - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 21
"Saving settings" on page 25. Using the Photo Card menu 1 If necessary, press Photo Card, or insert a memory card or a flash drive into the printer. 2 Press or repeatedly until the menu item you want appears. 3 Press . 4 Press or repeatedly until the submenu item you want or the setting you want - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 22
camera. For more information on making camera selections, see the documentation that came with your camera. 1 Connect a PictBridge-enabled digital camera to the printer. a Insert one end of the USB cable into the camera. Note: Use only the USB cable that came with the digital camera. b Insert - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 23
The message, PictBridge camera detected. Press display. to change settings. appears on the 2 Press or repeatedly until the menu item you want appears. 3 Press . 4 Press or repeatedly until the submenu item you want or the setting you want appears. 5 Press . Note: Pressing selects a setting. An - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 24
Ink Level to view the ink level of the color cartridge. Press or to view the ink level of the black (or photo) cartridge. • Clean Cartridges to clean the print cartridge • Clear Settings Timeout to change the timeout feature before the printer, if left unused, resets to the factory default settings. - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 25
reverts to the default setting of a temporary setting after two minutes of inactivity or if the printer is turned off. Temporary settings Copy Mode - Copies - Resize - Lighter/Darker - Quality - Repeat Image - N-Up - Original Size - Original Type Scan Mode - Quality - Original Size - Resize - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 26
c Press . d Press or e Press . f Press or g Press . repeatedly until Set Defaults appears. repeatedly until Use Current appears. 26 - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 27
fax documents or photos. Find troubleshooting, maintenance, and cartridge ordering information. Select the best print settings for the document you are printing. Create printer-friendly versions of active Web pages. Using the Lexmark Imaging Studio To open the Lexmark Imaging Studio Welcome screen - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 28
To Setup and diagnose printer • Check ink levels. • Order print cartridges. • Find maintenance information. • Select other Solution Center tabs for more information, including how to change printer settings and troubleshooting. Setup and manage faxes Set printer fax settings for: • Dialing - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 29
, and transparencies. • Find the electronic User's Guide for more information. • View ink levels and order new print cartridges. • Learn tips about the current status. • Solve printer problems. • View ink levels and order new print cartridges. Maintenance Contact Information • Install a new print - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 30
on or off. • Change network printing settings. • Share information with us regarding how you use the printer. • Obtain software version information. • View ink levels and order new print cartridges. Note: For more information, click Help in the lower right corner of the screen. Using Printing - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 31
version information. Using the Toolbar The Toolbar lets you create printer-friendly versions of Web pages. Note: The Toolbar launches or select a different setting for printing photos. • Access links to the Lexmark Web site. • Access Help for additional information. • Uninstall the Toolbar - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 32
software settings to defaults Windows 2000 or Windows XP users only: 1 Click Start Settings Printers or Printers and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Lexmark 3500-4500 Series icon. 3 Click Printing Preferences. 4 Click the Save Settings menu. 5 From the Restore section, select Factory Settings (Defaults - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 33
4 Click the Save Settings menu. 5 From the Restore section, select Factory Settings (Defaults). Note: Factory default settings cannot be deleted. 33 - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 34
instructions that came with it. • You do not force paper into the printer. 2 Before loading paper the first time, slide the paper guides out toward the edges of the paper support use with inkjet printers. • The paper is loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 35
it to dry to avoid ink smudging. • The rough side of the transparencies faces you. • If the transparencies have a removable strip, each strip faces away from you and down toward the printer. • The transparencies are loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the edges - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 36
25 photo cards 25 postcards Make sure • You follow the loading instructions that came with the iron-on transfers. • The print side of the transfers faces you. • The transfers are loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the transfers. Note: For best - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 37
stack of banner paper on the top cover. • The leading edge of the banner paper feeds into the printer first. • The paper is loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the paper. Loading original documents on the scanner glass You can scan and then - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 38
3 Place the original document or item facedown on the scanner glass in the upper left corner. 4 Close the top cover to avoid dark edges on the scanned image. 38 - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 39
printer sensor to let the printer select the paper type for you. Note: To manually printer-friendly version of any Web page. 1 Load paper. 2 Open a Web page using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or later. 3 If you want to check or change your print settings: a From the toolbar area, click Lexmark - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 40
which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Open a Web If no number appears next to Photos: a From the Lexmark logo drop-down menu, select Options. b Select the Advanced size you want, the blank paper size in the printer, and the number of copies. 6 If you want - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 41
Printing collated copies If you print multiple copies of a document, you can choose to print each copy as a set (collated) or to print the copies as groups of pages (not collated). Collated Not collated 1 Load paper. 2 With a document open, click File Print. 3 Click Properties, Preferences, - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 42
the Paper Size list, select a card size. 8 Click OK. 9 Click OK or Print. Notes: • To avoid paper jams, do not force the cards into the printer. • To prevent smudging, remove each card as it exits, and let it dry before stacking. Printing multiple pages on one sheet 1 Load paper. 2 With a document - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 43
a memory card or flash drive Notes: • To print Microsoft Office files, make sure the printer is connected to a computer through USB cable, and both the printer and the computer are on. • To print photos, the printer may or may not be connected to a computer. 1 Insert a memory card into a card slot - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 44
, Photo Size, and Quality. • For best results, use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper. • To prevent smudging, avoid touching the surface • If there is an arrow on the card, make sure it points toward the printer. • Make sure you connect the memory card to the adapter that came with it - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 45
reinsert it. For more information, see "Memory card troubleshooting" on page 92. Note: The printer recognizes one active memory card at a time. If Do not touch cables, any network adapter, the flash drive, or the printer in the area shown while actively printing, reading, or writing from the flash - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 46
computer is connected to a wireless network, you may need to select the printer. Note: For a network connection, you must manually open the application and select the printer you wish to use. The Lexmark Imaging Studio software launches automatically on your computer. 2 Click Automatically save all - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 47
a CD or flash drive using the computer 1 Insert a CD into the computer or a flash drive into the printer. For more information, see "Inserting a flash drive" on page 45. The Lexmark Imaging Studio software launches automatically on your computer. 2 If you are using Windows XP, a "What do you want - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 48
a CD or flash drive using the computer 1 Insert a CD into the computer or a flash drive into the printer. For more information, see "Inserting a flash drive" on page 45. The Lexmark Imaging Studio software launches automatically on your computer. 2 If you are using Windows XP, a "What do you want - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 49
, if the photos on the card were taken on more than one date 8 Press . 9 Press again. One or more proof sheets print. 10 Follow the instructions on the proof sheet to select which photos to print, number of copies, red eye reduction, page layout, print options, and paper size. Note: When - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 50
or any time the printer is turned off. Printing all photos 1 Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) For more information, see "Loading paper" on page 34. 2 Insert a memory - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 51
range 1 Load photo paper with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) For more information, see "Loading paper" on page 34. 2 Insert a memory card or flash drive that contains the images you - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 52
Order Format (DPOF) is a feature available on some digital cameras. If your camera supports DPOF, you can specify which photos to print, how many of each, and print settings while the memory card is still in the camera. The printer recognizes these settings when you insert the memory card into the - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 53
camera. 3 Follow the instructions in the camera documentation to select and print photos. Note: If the printer is turned off while the / Printing photos from the Photo Library 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 2 Click View / Print Photo Library. 3 Click to select - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 54
which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) For more information 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 2 Click Photo Packages. , select a copy quality. 6 From the Paper Size in Printer drop-down list, select the paper size. 7 To select - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 55
. 11 Select the paper size from the Paper Size in Printer drop-down list. Paper sizes supported Dimensions A4 210 x 297 millimeters Letter 8.5 x 11 inches . Creating a Photo Slideshow 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 2 Click Slideshow. 3 Click and drag your - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 56
Quality drop-down list, select a copy quality. 13 From the Paper Size in Printer drop-down list, select the paper size. 14 To select multiple prints of -page poster 1 Load paper. 2 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 3 From the Printing Creative Tasks area of the Welcome - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 57
Copying Note: If you want to customize copy settings, see "Using the Copy menu" on page 19. Making a copy 1 Load paper. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the control panel, press Copy Mode. 4 Press Start Color or Start Black. Adjusting copy quality Quality - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 58
Press . 17 Press or repeatedly until the type of paper loaded into the printer appears. 18 Press . 19 Press Start Color or Start Black. Making (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Place a photo facedown on the scanner glass - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 59
heavyweight matte paper, with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the control panel, press Copy Mode. 4 Press Lighter/Darker - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 60
or heavyweight matte paper, with the glossy or printable side facing you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the control panel, press Copy Mode. 4 Press . 5 Press or - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 61
size you want appears and press . • If you select Borderless, the printer will reduce or enlarge the document or photo as necessary to print a borderless facedown on the scanner glass. 2 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 3 From the left pane of the Welcome screen, - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 62
on the scanner glass. 2 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 3 From the left pane of the Welcome screen From the Quality drop-down list, select the copy quality. 7 From the Paper Size in Printer drop-down list, select the paper size. 8 To select multiple prints of a photo, - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 63
: If you want to customize scan settings, see "Using the Scan menu" on page 20. Scanning a document 1 Make sure the printer is connected to a computer, and both the printer and the computer are on. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the control panel, press Scan Mode - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 64
is connected to a computer, and both the printer and the computer are on. • ABBYY Fine Reader is installed. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 4 Click Scan. 5 Select the Document option. 6 Click Start. The - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 65
Scanning images for editing 1 Make sure the printer is connected to a computer, and both the printer and the computer are on. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 4 Click Scan. 5 Select the Photo or Several - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 66
is connected to a computer, and both the printer and the computer are on. 2 Load an original document facedown on the scanner glass. 3 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 4 Click Scan. 5 Select the Photo or Several Photos option. 6 Click Start. 7 Click the Advanced - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 67
to the desired value. 12 Click OK. The thumbnail is updated. Customizing scan settings using the computer 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 2 Click Scan. 3 Click Custom Settings. 4 Change the settings as needed. Setting Options Color Depth Select Color, Grey, or - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 68
• The computer is connected to a working phone line. • Both the printer and the computer are turned on. Sending a fax using the software You document facedown on the scanner glass. 2 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 3 From the left pane of the Welcome screen, click - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 69
fax automatically 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 2 From the Settings area in the you want from the drop-down lists. 7 To set the number of telephone rings before the printer automatically receives faxes, select a setting from the "Pick-up on the" drop-down list in - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 70
the printer Changing print cartridges Removing a used print cartridge 1 Make sure the printer is on. 2 Lift the scanner unit. The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the printer is busy. 3 Press down on the cartridge carrier lever to raise the cartridge carrier - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 71
2 Press down on the cartridge carrier levers to raise the cartridge carrier lids. 3 Insert the black cartridge or the photo cartridge in the left carrier. Insert the color cartridge in the right carrier. 4 Close the lids. 5 Close the scanner unit, making sure to keep your hands out from underneath - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 72
Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper. • Use a paper that is a heavier weight or bright white. • Select a higher print quality. If the document still does not have the print quality you want, follow these steps: 1 Align the print cartridges. For more information, see "Aligning print cartridges" on page - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 73
5 Press or repeatedly until Clean Cartridges appears. 6 Press . A page prints, forcing ink through the print cartridge nozzles to clean them. 7 Print the document again to verify that the print quality has improved. 8 If print quality has not improved, try cleaning the - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 74
. Note: Make sure all ink or corrective fluid on a document is dry before placing the document on the scanner glass. Ordering supplies Ordering print cartridges Lexmark 3500-4500 Series models (except Lexmark 3580 and Lexmark 4580) Item Part number Average cartridge standard page yield is up - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 75
x 15 cm •L For information on how to purchase Lexmark Premium Photo Paper, Lexmark Photo Paper, or Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper in your country or region, go to www.lexmark.com. Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges Lexmark printers, print cartridges, and photo paper are designed to perform - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 76
cartridge. Refilling a cartridge can affect print quality and may cause damage to the printer. For best results, use Lexmark supplies. Recycling Lexmark products To return Lexmark products to Lexmark for recycling: 1 Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com/recycle. 2 Follow the instructions on - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 77
92 • "Error messages" on page 94 • "Resetting to factory default settings" on page 99 • "Removing and reinstalling the software" on page 100 Setup troubleshooting • "Incorrect language appears on the display" on page 77 • "Power button is not lit" on page 78 • "Software does not install" on page - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 78
following operating systems are supported: Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Mac OS X. Note: Windows 2000 users should use Service Pack 3 or 2 Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the printer. 3 Firmly plug the rectangular end of the USB cable into the USB port of - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 79
Insert the CD, and then follow the instructions on the computer screen to reinstall the software. Reconnect power supply 1 Press to turn the printer off. 2 Disconnect the power cord from the Remove and then load paper. Check ink Check the ink levels, and install new print cartridges if necessary. 79 - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 80
and tape have been removed. 1 2 3 Reinsert the cartridges. Check printer default and pause settings 1 Click: • In Windows XP (default Start menu): Start Printers and Faxes. • In Windows XP (Classic Start menu): Start Settings Printers and Faxes. • In Windows Vista (default Start menu - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 81
printer. Check messages If an error message appears on the display, see "Error messages" on page 94. Print troubleshooting " on page 85 • "Ink levels seem incorrect" on page 85 • "Ink levels seem to go down photo paper is loaded correctly in the paper support. • If your camera lets you change the - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 82
you are printing photos or other high quality images, for best results use Lexmark photo papers. • Use a paper that is a heavier weight or bright repeatedly until the quality you want appears. 6 Press . Check print cartridges If the document still does not have the print quality you want, follow these - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 83
or more of the following: Check ink Check the ink levels, and install new print cartridges if necessary. Review steps to improve ink differently and prints with color variations. If you are printing photos or other high-quality images, for best results use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper or Lexmark - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 84
Poor quality at the edges of the page These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: Check minimum print settings Unless you are using the borderless feature, use these minimum print margin settings: • Left and right margins: - 6.35 mm (0.25 in.) for letter size paper - 3.37 mm (0. - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 85
prints to dry at least 24 hours before stacking, displaying, or storing. Ink levels seem incorrect There are possible solutions. Try one or more of the with the Photo Quality/Speed setting, the printer uses more ink. The type of documents you print and the print quality you select affect - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 86
/Speed setting? To reduce ink usage, select Best only when you are printing on photo or heavyweight matte paper. All other paper types print best at a lower Quality/Speed setting. Use the Quick Print or Normal setting to print most text documents. Copy troubleshooting • "Copier does not respond - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 87
or more of the following: Check messages If an error message is displayed, see "Error messages" on page 94. Check ink Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary. Clean the scanner glass If the scanner glass is dirty, gently wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth dampened - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 88
setting is Automatic or the size of the original document that you are copying. Scan troubleshooting • "Scanner does not respond" on page 88 • "Scan was not successful" . • If a check mark does appear next to Set As Default Printer, you must select the print queue device for each file you want to - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 89
Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the printer. 3 Firmly plug the rectangular end of the USB cable into the USB port document facedown on the scanner glass. 2 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 3 From the left pane of the Welcome screen, click - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 90
See "Scanning to a computer over a network" on page 63. Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting • "Paper jam in the printer" on page 90 • "Paper jam in the paper support" on page 91 • "Paper or specialty media misfeeds" on page 91 • "Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media" on page 91 - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 91
Maximum loading amounts per paper type • Specific loading instructions for supported paper and specialty media Remove each page as it guides Adjust the paper guides: • When using media less than 8.5 inches wide • To rest against the edges of the paper or media, making sure it does not buckle Printer - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 92
banner paper jams 1 Press to turn off the printer. 2 Remove the jammed banner paper from the printer. Review banner printing checklist • Use only the number . 7 Click OK. 8 Click OK or Print. Memory card troubleshooting • "Memory card cannot be inserted" on page 93 • "Nothing happens when memory card - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 93
sure that the type of memory card you are using can be used in the printer. For more information, see "Inserting a memory card" on page 44. Check 2 Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the printer. 3 Firmly plug the rectangular end of the USB cable into the USB port of - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 94
paper for aligning the cartridge. The printer will read any markings on used paper, which could cause the alignment error message to appear. Black Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low 1 Check the indicated ink level or levels, and install a new print cartridge or cartridges if necessary. To order - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 95
the path of the print cartridge carrier. 3 Make sure the cartridge carrier lids are closed. 4 Close the scanner unit. 5 Press . Remove print cartridges 1 Make sure the printer is on. 2 Raise the scanner unit. 3 Remove both print cartridges. 4 Make sure the cartridge carrier lids are closed. 5 Close - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 96
11 Close the scanner unit. 12 Plug the power cord into the wall outlet. 13 Press to turn the printer on. 14 Reinstall the print cartridges. For more information, see "Installing print cartridges" on page 70. Computer not connected These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: Check - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 97
is not lit, press . 5 Reinsert the print cartridge. 6 If the error: • Does not reappear, the problem has been corrected. • Reappears, replace the print cartridge with a new one. Left Cartridge Missing / Right Cartridge Missing One or both print cartridges are missing or not installed properly. For - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 98
After Dial setting 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 2 From the left pane of the page 49. No valid photo image files detected No supported images have been found on the memory card or flash drive. The printer will read photos created using the JPEG format. For - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 99
one or more photos larger than the paper size you selected on the printer menu. 1 Press to clear the error message. 2 Press or repeatedly until stored on a memory device using the proof sheet" on page 49. There is a problem reading the memory card. • See "Memory card cannot be inserted" on page 93. - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 100
appears when you try to use the printer, you may need to remove and reinstall the printer software. 1 Click Start Programs or All Programs Lexmark 3500-4500 Series. 2 Select Uninstall. 3 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to remove the printer software. 4 Restart the computer before - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 101
in conjunction with other products, programs, or services, except those expressly designated by the manufacturer, are the user's responsibility. For Lexmark technical support, visit support.lexmark.com. For information on supplies and downloads, visit www.lexmark.com. If you don't have access to - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 102
indicates a tipping hazard. The following notices are applicable if your printer has a wireless network card installed Noise emission levels The following 50 Ready 38 Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 103
table represent time-averaged measurements. Instantaneous power draws may be substantially higher than the average. Values are subject to change. See www.lexmark.com for current values. Power Saver This product is designed with an energy-saving mode called Power Saver. The Power Saver Mode is - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 104
after delivering a fixed amount of ink. A variable amount of ink will remain in the cartridge when replacement is required. After this single use, the license to use the print cartridge terminates, and the used cartridge must be returned only to Lexmark for remanufacturing, refilling or recycling - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 105
18 Start Black 19 Start Color 19 buttons, Lexmark Imaging Studio Copy 27 E-mail 27 Fax Copy menu 19 copy quality, adjusting 57 copy troubleshooting copier does not respond 86 partial document or alignment error 94 black ink low 94 cartridge error 94 clear carrier jam 95 color ink low 94 computer not - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 106
camera 52 installing print cartridges 70 printer on a network 14 printer software 100 internal wireless print server installing 14 iron-on transfers, loading 36 J jams and misfeeds troubleshooting banner paper jams 92 paper jam in the paper support 91 paper jam in the printer 90 paper or specialty - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 107
memory card slots 16 memory card troubleshooting memory card cannot be inserted 93 feed guard 16 paper guide 16 paper jam in the paper support 91 paper jam in the printer 90 paper or guard 16 paper guide 16 paper support 16 PictBridge port 16 power supply port 17 print cartridge carrier 17 scanner - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 108
preserving 74 removing 70 wiping 73 print cartridges, ordering 28 Print Layout tab 30 Print Properties I Want To menu 31 Options menu 31 print quality, improving 72 print speed is slow 85 print troubleshooting improving print quality 82 ink levels seem incorrect 85 ink levels seem to go down quickly - Lexmark X4550 | User's Guide - Page 109
the camera card 99 problem reading memory card 99 right cartridge error 97 right cartridge incorrect 97 right cartridge missing 97 some photos removed from card by host 99 troubleshooting, jams and misfeeds banner paper jams 92 paper jam in the paper support 91 paper jam in the printer 90 paper or
3500-4500 Series
User's Guide
March 2007
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