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    X5400 Series User's Guide 2007 www.lexmark.com
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    another language control panel...41 Installing the printer software...42 Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only 42 Understanding the printer software...43 Turning printing voice notification on or off...46 Security Information...46 General networking 47 Finding your MAC
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    Configure network printers...49 Connect to network printer...49 first (reverse page order)...60 Printing multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up)...60 Pausing print jobs...60 Canceling custom-size paper...64 Printing iron-on transfers...64 Printing transparencies...64 Printing a banner ...64 Contents 4
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    print settings ...65 Resetting printer software to factory default settings ...65 Resetting the printer to factory default settings Lexmark Productivity Studio preferences 74 Editing photos...75 Cropping a photo ...75 Rotating a photo ...75 Changing the Resolution / Size of a photo...76 Applying One
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    control panel...89 Repeating an image on one page...90 Enlarging or reducing an image...90 Scan menu...97 Scanning to a computer over a network...98 Saving a scanned image on the computer...99 a fax number ...103 Sending a fax using the software...103 Sending a fax using the control panel ...104
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    119 Maintaining the printer 120 Replacing print cartridges...120 Installing print cartridges...120 Removing a used print cartridge ...121 Refilling print cartridges...122 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges...122 Aligning print cartridges...122 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles...123 Wiping
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    Troubleshooting 128 Setup Troubleshooting...128 Incorrect language appears on the display...128 Power button is not lit ...128 Software does not install...129 Page does not print...130 Solving printer communication problems the print cartridges...137 Ink levels seem incorrect...137 Ink levels seem
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    cannot communicate with computers over peer-to-peer network 149 Printer is not able to communicate with the computer 151 Problems when copying, scanning, or faxing ...151 Wrong printer is attached...151 Updating the printer software ...151 Bidirectional communication is not established...152
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    Line Error...171 Error messages on the printer display...171 Alignment Error...172 Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F)...172 Black Ink Low / Color Ink Low / Photo Ink Low ...173 Clear Carrier Jam ...173 Cover Open ...173 Error 1104 ...173 Left Cartridge Error / Right Cartridge Error...174
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    Notices 181 Product information...181 Edition notice...181 Power consumption...187 Index 194 Contents 11
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    box or on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. User's Guide Description The User's Guide gives you instructions for setting up hardware and software (on Windows operating systems) and some basic instructions for using the printer. Note: If your printer supports Macintosh operating systems, see
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    your printer) these instructions: • Maintaining the printer 1 Insert the CD. • Connecting the printer to a network (if supported by The installation screen appears. your printer) • Troubleshooting problems with printing, copying, Note: If necessary, click ŒAll Programs Œ Run. In Windows XP and
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    that shipped with your printer. E-mail support For e-mail support, visit our Web site: www.lexmark.com. 1 Click CUSTOMER SUPPORT. 2 Click Technical Support. 3 Select your printer family. 4 Select your printer model. 5 From the Support Tools section, click e- Mail Support. 6 Complete the form, and
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    • Store where purchased 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. Introduction 16
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    safety standards with the use of specific Lexmark components. The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Lexmark is not responsible for the use of a lightning storm. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the user documentation, to
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    cord Attaches to the power supply port located at the back of the printer 5 Quick Setup sheet Initial setup directions 6 Installation software CD • Installation software for the printer • User's Guide: Comprehensive Version in electronic format 7 Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) exit tray Holds
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    setup. If you're setting up on a wireless network, you may move the printer after setup is complete. • You may need to purchase a USB cable separately. • The printer may ship with two CDs. 2 Remove all tape and packing material from all areas of the printer. 3 Raise the paper support. Setting up the
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    4 Insert the back end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray. 5 Snap in the front end of the Automatic Document Feeder exit tray. 6 Raise the control panel. 7 If needed, install the correct control panel for your language. Setting up the printer 20
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    8 Extend the paper exit tray. 9 Extend the paper guides. 10 Load paper. 1 2 11 Connect the power cord. Setting up the printer 21
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    language that you want appears on the display. b Press to save. 14 If prompted, set the country or region. a Using the control panel of the printer, press or repeatedly until the country or region that you want appears on the display. b Press to save. Setting up the
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    15 Open the printer. 16 Press down on the levers. 17 Remove the tape from the black cartridge, and then insert the cartridge in the left carrier. 18 Close the black cartridge carrier lid Setting up the printer 23
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    19 Remove the tape from the color cartridge, and then insert the cartridge in the right carrier. 20 Close the color cartridge carrier lid. 21 Close the printer. 22 Press . An alignment page prints. Setting up the printer 24
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    differ from the one shown. • Streaks on the alignment page are normal, and do not indicate a problem. Understanding the parts of the printer 78 6 9 12 11 10 5 4 32 it exits from the ADF. 8 Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding. 9 Paper support Load paper. Setting up the printer 25
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    unit Access the print cartridges. 2 Print cartridge carrier Install, replace, or remove a print cartridge. 3 USB port Connect the printer to a computer using ISDN (integrated services digital network), or cable modem to the printer. LINE 6 Power supply with port Connect the printer to a power
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    equipment, use the telephone line adapter included in the box with the printer. 1 Connect one end of the telephone cord into the Line port of the printer. 2 Connect the adapter to the telephone line that came with the printer. Note: The UK adapter is shown. Your adapter may look different, but
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    not function properly. 2 Connect your telecommunications equipment directly to the EXT port on the back of the printer. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch cables or the printer in the area shown while actively sending or receiving a fax. Country/region • Saudi Arabia • United Arab Emirates
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    not function properly. 2 Connect your telecommunications equipment directly to the EXT port on the back of the printer. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch cables or the printer in the area shown while actively sending or receiving a fax. Country/region • Germany • Austria • Switzerland Setting
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    is a plug installed in the EXT port of the printer. This plug is necessary for the proper functioning of the printer. Note: Do not printer with equipment such as a telephone, an answering machine, or a computer modem. If problems occur, see "Setup Troubleshooting" on page 128. Note: The printer
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    adapter." 1 Make sure you have the following: • A telephone • An answering machine • Three telephone cords • A telephone wall jack 2 Connect one telephone cord into the LINE port of the printer, and then plug it into an active telephone wall jack. 3 Remove the protective plug from the EXT port of
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    copies or to send and receive faxes without using a computer. 1 Make sure you have a telephone cord and a telephone wall jack. 2 Connect one end of the telephone cord into the LINE port of the printer. 3 Connect the other end of the telephone cord into an active telephone wall jack. Setting up the
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    without using a computer. 1 Make sure you have a telephone cord (provided with the product) and a telephone wall jack. 2 Connect one end of the telephone cord into the LINE port of the printer. 3 Connect the other end of the telephone cord into the N slot of an active telephone wall jack. 4 If you
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    answering machine and the other N slot of the telephone wall jack. Connecting to a computer with a modem Connect the printer to a computer with a modem to send faxes from the software application. Note: Setup steps may vary depending on your country or region. For more information on connecting the
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    on your country or region. For more information on connecting the printer to telecommunications equipment, see the related topic, "Using an RJ11 Two telephone cords • A telephone wall jack 2 Connect one telephone cord to the LINE port of the printer, and then plug it into an active telephone wall
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    Exchange (PBX) telephone system. Ordinarily, when dialing a fax number, the printer waits to recognize the dial tone and then dials the fax number. However and Settings. 3 From the "I Want To" menu, click Adjust speed dial list and other fax settings. 4 Click the Dialing and Sending tab. 5 From the
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    none exists, consider installing an analog telephone line for the fax machine. For more information on faxing when using a PBX telephone service, see the related topic, "Setting up to fax while behind a PBX." Understanding the control panel Your printer may not support: • memory cards • PictBridge
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    to the fax default screen. • Exit a menu or submenu, and return to the default copy, scan, fax, or photo card screen. • Clear current settings or error messages, and return to default settings. Setting up the printer 38
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    • Enter fax numbers. • Navigate an automated answering system. • Select letters when creating a Speed Dial list. • Type numbers to enter or edit the date and time shown on the display. 2 Auto Answer Set the printer to answer all incoming calls when the button light is on. Note: For information on
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    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
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    repeatedly until Use Current appears. i Press . 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
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    and the printer driver for your operating system. 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to download the driver and install the printer software. Installing the optional XPS driver (Windows Vista users only) The XML Paper Specification (XPS) driver is an optional printer driver designed to
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    more information on the XPS driver, see the XPS readme file on the installation software CD. The file is located in the xps folder with the setupxps batch file (D:\Drivers\xps\readme). Understanding the printer software Using the software that installed with your printer, you can edit photographs
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    attachment to an e-mail message. Download photos from a memory card, Printer Status and Maintenance • 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
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    print cartridges. Troubleshooting • Learn tips about the current status. • Solve printer problems. • View ink levels and order new print cartridges. Advanced • Change the appearance of the Printing Status window. • Turn printing voice notification on or off. • Change network printing settings
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    Troubleshoot other ink problems. Turning printing voice notification on or off The printer has a voice notification feature that tells you when printing starts and when it is completed. To turn the voice notification on or off: 1 Do one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click . • In Windows XP
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    address is not automatically assigned during printer software installation, you can try manually entering an address after selecting your printer/print server from the available list. Configure IP address If you have lost communication with the printer over a network, select Use DHCP to reestablish
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    See the Windows documentation for detailed instructions. b Install the printer software on all computers that will print to the printer. 2 Identify the printer. On the computer that is attached to the printer: a Click Start ΠSettings ΠPrinters or Printers and Faxes. b Right-click the Lexmark X5400
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    subnets that may have direct network attached printers. If the software detects a direct network attached printer, you must first highlight the printer in the window, and then click Configure to manually assign an IP address to the printer. Contact your system support person for more information
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    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 to avoid ink smudging. 3 Load the paper vertically in the center of the paper support, and adjust the paper guides to rest
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    bars. 1 Load envelopes in the center of the paper support with the stamp location in the upper left corner. 2 Make sure: • The print side of the envelopes faces you. • The envelopes are designed for use with inkjet printers. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the envelopes. 1 2 Notes: • Do
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    results loading them one at a time. 1 Load iron-on transfers with the print side of the transfer facing you. 2 Make sure: • You follow the loading instructions that came with the iron-on transfers. • The transfers are loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the
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    inches • The stack height does not exceed 10 mm. • The paper is loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the edges of the paper. paper into the printer first. 5 Make sure: • The paper is loaded in the center of the paper support. • The paper guides rest against the
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    , pull up the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) paper stop. 2 Adjust the paper guide on the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) tray to the width of the original document (ADF). Note: Preview is not supported when using the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF). You can preview one page at a time when using the
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    first, until you hear a beep. • You adjust the paper guide on the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) tray to the width of You do not use media printed with metallic ink particles. • You avoid embossed designs. Loading original and the printer are on. 2 Open the top cover. Loading paper
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    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. Loading paper and original documents 56
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    Web page You can use the Toolbar to create a printer-friendly version of any Web page. 1 Load paper. your print settings: a From the toolbar area, click Lexmark Œ Page Setup. b Adjust the print settings. c c Click: • Print in the Print Preview window, then click Print in the Print dialog that
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    the Lexmark logo printer, and the number of copies. 6 If you want to print one instructions on the screen. 5 When you are finished making changes, click Done. 6 Select the size you want, the blank paper size in the printer printer software dialog boxes that are open. 5 Print the document. Printing 58
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    pages turn like the pages of a legal pad. 6 Make sure Print Instruction Page to Assist in Reloading is selected. 7 Click OK to close any printer software dialogs that are open. 8 Print the document. Notes: • The instruction sheet for two-sided printing will not completely print on paper smaller than
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    multiple pages on one sheet (N-Up) Windows Vista, click ΠControl Panel ΠPrinter. For Windows XP, click Start ΠSettings ΠPrinters and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Lexmark X5400 Series icon. 3 Select Pause. Canceling print jobs 1 In Windows Vista, click ΠControl Panel ΠPrinter. In Windows XP
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    5 From the Envelope Size list, select the envelope size loaded. 6 Select Portrait or Landscape orientation. Notes: • Most envelopes use landscape orientation. • Make sure the same orientation is also selected in the software application. 7 Click OK to close any printer software dialogs that are open
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    the poster pages. Click pages to select or cancel them. 8 Click OK to close any printer software dialogs that are open. 9 Print the document. Note: Certain programs may cause text to be Paper size to print poster on" drop-down list, select a paper size. 8 From the "Print Quality for poster" drop-down
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    10 number of sheets of paper folded together. The printed bundles are stacked, one on top of the other, keeping the correct page order. The stacked number of Printed sheets per bundle. 7 Click OK to close any printer software dialog boxes that are open. 8 Print the document. Assembling a booklet
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    the paper loaded into the printer. 8 Click OK to close any printer software dialogs that are open. 9 Print the document. Note: Do not force paper into the printer. Printing iron-on transfers 1 Load up to 10 iron-on transfers. 2 Letter Banner or A4 Banner from the Banner Paper Size dialog. Printing 64
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    Delete. Resetting printer software to factory default settings Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista users 1 In Windows Vista, click ΠControl Panel ΠPrinter. In Windows 2000 and Windows XP, click Start ΠSettings ΠPrinters or Printers and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Lexmark X5400 Series icon
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    , , and Start Color at the same time. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not release the buttons until Language appears on the display, indicating that the printer has been reset. 2 Follow the prompts on the display to choose your language, country or region code, date, time, and fax number. Notes: • To
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    Working with photos Your printer may not support: • Memory Cards • PictBridge-enabled digital camera • Photo Card mode Retrieving and managing photos Inserting a memory card 1 Insert a memory card. • Insert the card with the brand
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    Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch cables, any network adapter, the memory card, or the printer in the area shown while actively printing, reading, printer does not read the memory card, remove and reinsert it. Notes: • The printer recognizes one memory card at a time. If you insert more than one
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    number of photos found appears on the display. Note: The printer recognizes one active media device at a time. If you insert more than one media device, a message appears on the display prompting you to designate the device you want the printer to recognize. Understanding the Photo Card menu 1 If
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    paper loaded. Photo Size1, 2 Specify the size photo you want. Layout1 Center one photo on a page, or specify the number of photos to print on a ink levels. - Clean cartridges. - Align cartridges. - Print a test page. • Device Setup-Customize printer setup settings. • Defaults-Reset printer
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    . 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 the other
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    a computer through an external network adapter. 1 Insert a memory Computer appears. 5 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. printer. The Lexmark Productivity Studio software launches automatically on your computer. 2 If you are using Windows Vista or Windows XP, a "What do you want Windows
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    printer. The Lexmark Productivity Studio software launches automatically on your computer. 2 If you are using Windows Vista or Windows XP, a "What do you want Windows enter a name. 9 Click Next. 10 Remove the CD or flash drive to card were taken on more than one date, selections will include Last
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    until a message appears on the display indicating that copying is complete. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch cables, any network adapter, the memory card or flash drive, or the printer in the area shown while actively printing, reading, or writing from a memory card or flash drive. A loss of
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    the Tools menu, click Preferences. 3 Click Transfer Settings. a Select "Skip Save option and go automatically to", and choose to Automatically Save, Manually Save, or Print your photos from the photo storage device connected to your computer. b Click Browse to choose a different folder to transfer
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    Resolution / Size. 4 Select Photo Size to select from a list of defined photo sizes, or click Custom Size to enter a software automatically reduce the appearance of red-eye in your image. Note: Click Undo at the top of the window if you are not satisfied with the results after applying any of the One
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    Before and After preview panes at the top of the window. Note: Click Automatic to let the software automatically enhance your photo. 5 Click OK to accept or lower gamma value. Note: You can enter gamma values from -10-10. If you are not satisfied with your changes, return the gamma value back to
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    changes to the image by comparing the Before and After preview panes at the top of the window. 5 Click OK to accept your changes, or click Cancel to reject them. Note: You can let the software automatically adjust only the brightness of the image by clicking Automatic Brightness on the Quick Fixes
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    printer is connected to a computer, and both the printer Patterns. 10 From the drop-down list, select the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Insert a CD or any removable storage device (such as a flash drive, memory card, or digital camera) into the computer. • If you are using Windows Vista
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    , click Edit Photo above the Print Preview pane. Select One-Click Auto Fix, Automatic Red-Eye Reduction, or Automatic Brightness Fix to let the software edit your photo(s) automatically. Click More Retouch Tools to go to the photo-editing window. When you've completed your edit(s), click Return with
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    list. 10 Select the copy quality from the Quality drop-down list. 11 Select the paper size from the Paper Size in Printer drop-down list. Paper sizes supported If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Insert a memory card or flash drive
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    20 or more photos on the card • By date, 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, the number of copies, red-eye reduction, page layout
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    then press . 10 Press Start Color or one end of the USB cable into the camera. Note: Use only the USB cable that came with the digital camera. 2 Insert the other end of the cable into the PictBridge port on the front of the printer. Warning-Potential Damage: Do not touch the USB cable, any network
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    memory card inserted when you connect a PictBridge-enabled camera, an error message will be displayed telling the you to remove one of the devices. • If the PictBridge connection is successful, the following appears on the printer display: PictBridge camera detected. Press to change settings. If any
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    print job are displayed sequentially on the second line of the display. 10 Press Start Color or Start Black again. Printing photos from the control . (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) 2 Insert a memory card or flash drive that
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    the slideshow replay automatically (loop). 5 Click the Share tab to save or print your slideshow. 6 Click View Show in the lower-right corner of the window to start the slideshow. Note: You can exit the slideshow any time by moving your cursor to the bottom center of the screen and clicking
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    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.) 2 Place a photo facedown on the scanner glass in the upper left corner. For more information, see "Loading original documents
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    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, or to select photo sizes other than 4 x 6 in. (10 x 15 cm), select the options you want in the table. Use the drop-down list in the last column to view and select
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    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
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    , 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 repeatedly until Repeat Image appears. 6 Press . 7 Press or repeatedly until the number of images you want to print on one page
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    Choose how many copies of an image to print on a page. Collate Print one or more copies in the correct order. N-Up* Choose how many pages to ink levels. - Clean cartridges. - Align cartridges. - Print a test page. • Device Setup-Customize printer setup settings. • Defaults-Customize printer
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    , select a copy quality. 4 From the Paper Size in Printer drop-down list, select the paper size. 5 Select the print size by clicking the appropriate thumbnail in the Print Size area of the screen, or use the drop-down list. 6 When you have finished making changes to the copy settings, click Copy Now
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    page 97. 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 Color or Start Black. 6 If you want to save the scan, from the software application, click File ΠSave As. 7 Enter the file name, format, and location
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    Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software feature to turn scanned images into text you can edit with a word-processing application. 1 Make sure: • The printer is connected to a computer, and both the printer and the computer are on. • ABBYY Fine Reader is installed. 2 Load an original document
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    Add New Scan. 5 Select the Photo option. 6 Click Start. The photo is placed in the current folder of the Library. Scanning multiple photos at one time using the computer 1 Place the photos facedown on the scanner glass. Note: For best results, place photos with the most space possible between the
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    8 Select Save all images as one PDF file or Save each image as individual PDF file. 9 Click Create PDF. 10 If you want to save the scanned image separately, make your selections and click Save. Otherwise, click Cancel when the Photo Save options appear. The software
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    White. Scan Resolution (Dots Per Inch) Select a scan resolution value from the drop-down list. Size • You can auto-crop the scanned item. Move the slider to the desired area to be scanned by choosing a paper size from the drop-down list. Convert the image to text with OCR Convert an image to text
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    ink levels. - Clean cartridges. - Align cartridges. - Print a test page. • Device Setup-Customize printer setup settings. • Defaults-Customize printer which you want to scan is highlighted. 5 If you set a PIN during network setup, enter it using the numeric keypad, and press . 6 Press or repeatedly
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    photos, select the "Start all photos with File Name" check box. 10 To save the photo as another file type, select the file type from the File Type drop-down list. 11 To select a date for the photo, click the drop-down list, and select a date from the calendar. 12 Click Save. Changing
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    Computer. 4 Open the folder where the file is stored. The thumbnail is displayed in the list of files to be sent. 5 Click Open to select a file. 6 From Work for e-mailing You can e-mail attached images using your default e-mail application. 1 Load an original document facedown into the ADF or on the
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    2 From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon. 3 Click E-mail. 4 Select the Photo, Several Photos, or Document option. 5 Click Start. 6 If you are scanning a photo, select the Photo Size from the Send Quality and Speed area. 7 Click Create E-mail to have your images attached to an e-
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    Faxing ADF Scanner glass Use the ADF for: • Multiple-page A4 or letter-size documents. • Legal-size documents. Use the scanner glass for single pages, small items (such as postcards or photos), transparencies, photo paper, or thin media (such as magazine clippings). Note: If you want to
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    number as part of the fax number. • Enter a maximum of 64 digits in a fax number. • Press Pause / Redial to insert entry (90-99). Notes: • For instructions on how to add Speed Dial or Group Dial numbers using software You can scan a document to the computer and then fax it to someone using the software.
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    sending until option. b Set a time and date. 10 If you want a paper copy of your fax, select a number from the Speed Dial or Group Dial list. For more information, see "Entering a fax manual dialing feature lets you dial a telephone number while listening to the call through a speaker on the printer
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    Press . 8 Enter the time you want to send the fax. 9 Press . 10 If the printer is not set to the 24 hour mode, press or repeatedly to select AM of the numbers on the broadcast list, the unsuccessful numbers will be dialed again. Receiving a fax Receiving a fax manually 1 Make sure the Auto Answer
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    manual answer code 1 From the desktop, double-click the Productivity Studio icon. 2 From the Settings area in the left pane of the Welcome screen, click Setup and manage faxes. 3 From the "I Want To" menu, click Adjust speed dial list The printer supports two distinct software Caller ID is a service
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    The printer supports two distinct Caller ID patterns: Pattern 1 (FSK) and Pattern 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 the "Answering on your phone
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    printer sends the fax to the designated fax number. • Print & forward-The printer prints you want from the "Fax forwarding" drop-down list. 6 Enter the number to which you want to • A fax number can include up to 64 numbers, commas, periods, and/or these instructions on the display. Faxing 108
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    entry. Print all Speed Dial and Group Dial entries in the Phone Book. Note: For instructions on how to add Speed Dial or Group Dial entries to the Phone Book using the History and Settings. The Fax Solutions Software screen appears. 3 Click Adjust speed dial list and other fax settings. Faxing 109
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    The following screen appears. Faxing 110
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    include a calling card number as part of the fax number. - Enter a maximum of 64 digits in a fax number. • Select the number of times you want the machine Create, add to, edit, or delete entries from the Speed Dial list, including Group Dial entries. Cover Page Choose and customize your fax cover
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    repeatedly to return to the previous menus and make other setting selections. 10 Press Start Color or Start Black. Use this To Quality* Adjust the telephone number while listening to the call through a speaker on the printer. This is useful when you must navigate an automated answering system
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    ink levels. - Clean cartridges. - Align cartridges. - Print a test page. • Device Setup-Customize printer setup settings. • Defaults-Customize printer list and other fax settings. 4 Click the Ringing and Answering tab. 5 From the Auto Answer drop-down list . 10 Press to save the setting. 11
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    number using the keypad. Note: You can enter a maximum of 64 numbers. 14 Press to save the setting. 15 Press twice. 16 Footer appears. 8 Press . 9 Press or repeatedly until On appears. 10 Press . 11 During the initial setup of your printer, you were prompted to enter the date and time. If you have
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    screen, click Fax. The Fax Solution Software appears. 3 Click Tools Œ Preferences phone numbers: a Click Manage Block List. b Click New. c Enter a • A fax number can include up to 64 numbers, commas, periods, and/or these fax settings This feature blocks network users from changing fax settings.
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    can also use this software to create and edit the Speed Dial list. 1 Open the program through one of these methods: Method 1 Method 2 a Do one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click . • In Windows XP and earlier, click Start. b Click Programs or All Programs ŒLexmark X5400 Series. c Click
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    pages you can choose from. • View a fax history. • Change software preferences for fax lists. • Adjust fax settings. Help Locate information on faxing, fax settings single telephone line. If you subscribe to this service, you can program your printer to have a distinctive ring pattern and phone
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    , select the setting you want. 6 From the Auto Answer drop-down list, select On. 7 Click OK to save the setting. The Auto Answer light on the control panel comes on. When the number of rings you set is detected, the printer automatically receives the incoming fax. Setting up Speed Dial 1 From the
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    part of the fax number. • A fax number can include up to 64 numbers, commas, periods, spaces, and/or these symbols Printing fax activity screen, click Fax. The Fax Solution Software appears. 3 Click Tools Œ Create Report. 4 From the Display drop-down list, select Sent and Outgoing Faxes, Received,
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    Maintaining the printer Replacing print cartridges Installing print cartridges 1 Open the printer. 2 Remove the used print cartridge or cartridges. For more information, see "Removing a used print cartridge" on page 121. 3 If you are installing new print cartridges, remove the tape from the back and
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    to load paper and press to print an alignment page. Note: The printer must be closed to start a new scan, print, copy, or fax job. 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
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    , select the check box, and click Close. • If you are using the printer without a computer, press Cancel. Lexmark's warranty does not cover damage caused by non-Lexmark ink or print cartridges. Aligning print cartridges 1 Load plain or heavyweight matte paper. 2 From the control panel, press Copy
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    appears. 5 Press . 6 Press or repeatedly until Maintenance appears. 7 Press . 8 Press or repeatedly until Clean Cartridges appears. 9 Press . A page prints, forcing ink through the print cartridge nozzles to clean them. 10 Print the document again to verify that the print quality has improved. 11 If
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    " on page 123. 10 Repeat step 9 up to two more times. 11 If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridges. Preserving the print cartridges • Keep a new cartridge in its packaging until you are ready to install it. • Do not remove a cartridge from the printer except to replace
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    paper from the paper support and paper exit tray. 3 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water. Warning-Potential Damage: 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
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    475 Photo cartridge 31 Not applicable 1 Values obtained by continuous printing. Declared yield value in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711. 2 Licensed Return Program Cartridge Ordering paper and other supplies To order supplies or to locate a dealer near you, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com
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    size • Letter • A4 • 4 x 6 in. • 10 x 15 cm Note: Availability may vary by country or region. For information on how to purchase Lexmark PerfectFinish Photo Paper, Lexmark Premium Photo Paper, or Lexmark Photo Paper in your country or region, go to www.lexmark.com. Maintaining the printer 127
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    . Note: If you cannot understand the language on the display, see "Resetting the printer to factory default settings" on page 66. Power button is not lit These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: PRESS POWER BUTTON Make sure the printer is on by pressing . Troubleshooting 128
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    is not on, press . Software does not install These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM The following operating systems are supported: Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Mac OS X. Note: Windows 2000 users should use Service Pack 3 or later
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    Computer icon. In Windows XP, click Start to access the My Computer icon. 4 Double-click the CD-ROM drive icon. 5 If necessary, double-click setup.exe. 6 Follow the instructions on the computer screen to install the software. UNINSTALL AND REINSTALL SOFTWARE Uninstall the printer software, and then
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    the cartridges. CHECK PRINTER DEFAULT AND PAUSE SETTINGS 1 Click: • In Windows Vista: Œ Control Panel Œ Printers (under Hardware and Sound). • In Windows XP: Start Œ Printers and Faxes. • In Windows 2000: Start Œ Settings Œ Printers. 2 Double-click the printer queue device. 3 Click Printer. • Make
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    drive. If the software still does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to check for the latest software. 1 In all countries or regions except the United States, select your country or region. 2 Click the links for drivers or downloads. 3 Select your printer family. 4 Select
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    or All Programs ŒLexmark X5400 Series. 2 Click Solution Center. 3 Click the Contact Information tab. Print troubleshooting Your printer may not support: • Memory Cards • PictBridge-enabled digital camera • Photo Card mode Improving print quality These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the
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    • Incorrect colors • Light and dark bands in print These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: • Skewed lines • Smudges • Streaks • White lines in print CHECK INK Check the ink levels, and install new print cartridges if necessary. REMOVE SHEETS AS THEY ARE PRINTED To avoid
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    THE PRINTER SETTING 1 From the software application, click File ΠPrint. 2 Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup. 3 Click Paper Setup. 4 Check the paper size. CLEAN PRINT CARTRIDGE NOZZLES For more information, see "Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles" on page 123. Troubleshooting 135
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    related topics for information about: • Maximum loading amounts per paper type • Specific loading instructions for supported paper and specialty media Partial document or photo prints These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK DOCUMENT PLACEMENT Make sure the document or
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    LOW ON INK? 1 Do one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click . • In Windows XP and earlier, click Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs ŒLexmark X5400 Series. 3 Click Solution Center. 4 If an exclamation point (!) appears on a cartridge, the ink level is low. Install a new cartridge. For more
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    the print nozzles located on the bottom of the cartridges. MAKE SURE THE CARTRIDGES ARE PROPERLY INSTALLED With the front of the printer facing you, check for proper print cartridge installation. If you are using a color cartridge, make sure it is properly installed in the right carrier. If you are
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    ON INK? 1 Do one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click Œ Control Panel. • In Windows XP or 2000, click Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs ŒLexmark X5400 Series. 3 Click Solution Center. 4 If an exclamation point (!) appears on either of the print cartridges, the ink level is low. Install
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    they exit the printer. Allow them to dry before stacking. Because transparencies and photo papers do not absorb ink, the ink on the surface SURE THE CORRECT PRINTER IS SELECTED When printing from an application, make sure the selected printer is the correct printer you want to Troubleshooting 140
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    spaces). DO YOU NEED TO ALIGN THE PRINT CARTRIDGES? The cartridges may be out of alignment. 1 Do one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click Œ Control Panel. • In Windows XP or 2000, click Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs ŒLexmark X5400 Series. 3 Click Solution Center. 4 Click the
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    one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click Œ Control Panel. • In Windows XP or 2000, click Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs ŒLexmark X5400 Series. 3 Click Solution Center. 4 If the Printer Status is: • Cannot Communicate, the problem could be hardware or printer software print cartridge
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    printing photos • Normal when printing transparencies ALIGN THE PRINT CARTRIDGES 1 Do one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click Œ Control Panel. • In Windows XP or 2000, click Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs ŒLexmark X5400 Series. 3 Click Solution Center. 4 Click the Maintenance tab
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    Solution Center. If an exclamation point (!) appears on either of the print cartridges, the ink level is low. Install a new cartridge. For more information, see the related topic below. IS THERE A PROBLEM WITH THE CONNECTIONS? For more information, see the related topic below. Troubleshooting 144
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    Printers or Printers and Faxes. 2 Right-click the Lexmark THE PRINTER? Windows may problems, and then save the changes for the next time you print. Printer is busy printing another job Wait until the printer has finished printing all other print jobs before sending this job to print. Troubleshooting
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    correctly, the problem may be with the program you are using. For more information, see the program documentation. Printing a test page 1 Do one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click . • In Windows XP and earlier, click Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs ŒLexmark X5400 Series. 3 Click
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    . If you are using a black cartridge or photo cartridge, make sure it is properly installed in the left carrier. For more information, see the related topic below. MAKE SURE THE LEXMARK PRINTER DRIVER IS SET AS THE DEFAULT PRINTER For more information on checking the printer default setting, see the
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    device connected between the computer and the printer, confirm that it supports bidirectional communication. DOES THE EXTERNAL DEVICE SUPPORT BIDIRECTIONAL COMMUNICATION? No Yes Disconnect the printer from the external device, and There may be a problem with the USB cable. For more connect
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    Make sure: • The host computer is on and is directly connected to the printer. • The host computer can print to the printer. • The printer is shown as Shared in the Printers folder (Windows Vista) or Printers and Faxes folder (Windows XP and Windows 2000) on the host computer. Troubleshooting 149
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    the printer from the remote computer. Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Windows 2000 users: 1 Open the Printers or Printers and Faxes folder. 2 Right-click the Lexmark X5400 and the distinctive printer name. The name should be in the form \\server\printer. 7 Click OK. 8 Click Close. Troubleshooting 150
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    correct printer. See the setup documentation for help attaching the printer. Updating the printer software The printer software needs to be updated to run properly. 1 Start Windows. 2 When the desktop appears, insert the software CD for Windows. The installation screen appears. Troubleshooting 151
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    3 Click Install. 4 When the Existing Printer Driver Found dialog box appears, select Update the existing driver software. Bidirectional communication is not established The printer and computer may not be able to exchange data. These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK
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    port on the front of the printer. 2 Turn the camera on, and choose your first photo using the camera control panel. 3 Wait for PictBridge Printing to appear on the display of the printer control panel. Note: If Paper/Photo Size Error appears, press to clear the error message. Troubleshooting 153
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    until 10 x 15 cm appears. 12 Press . 13 Press Start Color or Start Black. Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting How to clear and avoid paper jams To clear the paper path: 1 Pull firmly on the paper to remove it. If you cannot reach the paper because it is too far into the printer, lift
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    2 Firmly grasp the paper, and gently pull it out. 3 Close the ADF. 4 Press . Paper jam in the printer EJECT THE PAPER AUTOMATICALLY To remove the paper jam, eject the paper: 1 Press and hold . 2 Remove the paper from the paper exit tray. Troubleshooting 155
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    PAPER MANUALLY 1 Press to turn off the printer. 2 Firmly grasp the paper, and gently pull it out. Warning-Potential Damage: When possible, paper should be pulled out the front of the printer to protect the printer gears and rollers. 3 Press to turn the printer back on. Paper jam in the paper support
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    paper" on page 50. • Try loading one page, envelope, or sheet of specialty media at a time. CHECK PRINTER DEFAULT AND PAUSE SETTINGS 1 Windows Vista users, click Œ Control Panel Œ Printers (under Hardware and Sound). Windows XP users, click Start Œ Printers and Faxes. Windows 2000 users, click Start
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    . Memory card troubleshooting Your printer may not support: • Memory Cards • PictBridge-enabled digital camera • Photo Card mode Memory card cannot be inserted These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK MEMORY CARD TYPE Make sure that the type of memory card you are using
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    port is marked with the USB symbol. Copy troubleshooting Copier does not respond These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK MESSAGES Resolve all error messages. CHECK POWER If the light is not on, make sure the printer is plugged into a properly grounded outlet. Make
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    Try one or more of the following: CHECK MESSAGES If an error message is displayed, see "Error messages on the computer screen" on page 177. CHECK INK Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if satisfactory, try using a clearer version of the document or image. Troubleshooting 160
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    button is not lit" on page 128. CHECK PRINTER DEFAULT AND PAUSE SETTINGS 1 Windows Vista users, click ΠControl Panel ΠPrinters. Windows XP users, click Start ΠPrinters and Faxes. Windows 2000 users, click Start ΠSettings ΠPrinters. 2 Double-click the print queue device. Troubleshooting 161
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    and reinstalling the software" on page 132. Scan was not successful These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK USB CABLE CONNECTION 1 Check the USB cable for any obvious damage. 2 Firmly plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the printer. 3 Firmly plug
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    one or more of the following: CHECK MESSAGES If an error message is displayed, see "Error messages on the printer display" on page 171. CLEAN THE SCANNER GLASS If the scanner glass is dirty, gently wipe it with a clean, lint-free These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK
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    See "Scanning to a computer over a network" on page 98. Fax troubleshooting Cannot send or receive a fax These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK MESSAGES If an error message is displayed, follow the instructions on the display. MAKE SURE THE PRINTER IS ON If the light
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    support analog use. For more information, contact your DSL provider. • If you are using a PBX telephone service, make sure you are connecting to an analog connection on the PBX. If none exists, consider installing To ensure the printer is working line for the printer. CHECK COUNTRY CODE Make
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    ANSWER BUTTON If the Auto Answer light is on: • The printer will answer after the preset number of telephone rings. • If you are using a distinctive ring, see "Setting the distinctive ring" on page 117. CHECK INK Check the ink levels, and install a new cartridge if necessary. Troubleshooting 166
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    . 9 Press or repeatedly to view the current Fax Forwarding setting. 10 To turn off Fax Forwarding, press or repeatedly until Off appears. 11 but not send faxes Check mode selection To make sure the printer is set for faxing, press Fax Mode. Check document placement manually. Troubleshooting 167
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    this setting. Printer receives a blank fax These are possible causes and solutions. Try one or more of the following: CHECK ORIGINAL DOCUMENT Ask the sender to verify the original document was loaded correctly. CHECK INK Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary. CHECK
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    • Increase the fax scan resolution. CHECK INK Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary. Caller ID information is not displayed CALLER ID PATTERN MAY NOT BE SET CORRECTLY The printer supports two distinct Caller ID patterns: Pattern 1 (FSK) and Pattern 2 (DTMF). Depending
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    . 9 Press or repeatedly until a lower speed appears. 10 Press . Notes: • The lower the transmission speed, 11 Resend the fax. 12 If the problem persists, repeat the previous steps to send Try one or more of the following: CHANGE REDIAL SETTINGS The printer automatically redials Troubleshooting 170
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    Make sure cable connections for the following hardware are secure, if applicable: • Power supply • Telephone • Handset • Answering machine Error messages on the printer display Your printer may not support: • Memory Cards • PictBridge-enabled digital camera • Photo Card mode Troubleshooting 171
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    only plain, unmarked paper for aligning the cartridge. The printer will read any markings on used paper, which could cause the alignment error message to appear. Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F) 1 Remove the print cartridges, and close the cartridge carrier lids. 2 Close the scanner unit
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    not reappear, reinsert the color print cartridge. 7 If the error reappears, replace the color print cartridge with a new one. 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 supplies, see
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    installed. • You cannot copy or print when only the photo cartridge is installed. • To remove the error message, press . Memory Failure These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following: REDUCE MEMORY USE If applicable: • Print pending received faxes. • Send fewer pages. Troubleshooting
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    click Setup and manage faxes. 3 Click Adjust speed dial list and other fax settings. 4 Click the Dialing and card or flash drive from the printer, or turned off the printer, before scanning the photo proof sheet No supported images have been found on the memory card or flash drive. The printer will
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    one circle for each option. 2 Press to continue. Photo size error. Photo must fit on page. There are one or more photos larger than the paper size you selected on the printer menu. 1 Press to clear the error printer. Please remove camera to use your memory card The printer 81. Problems reading the
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    dialog box appears. 2 Follow the instructions on the Canceling Printing dialog box. Left/Right Cartridge Missing This message indicates that one of the necessary cartridges is missing. You need to install a print cartridge. Communication not available The printer and computer may not be able to
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    the computer screen. If the printer still does not print: 1 Do one of the following: • In Windows Vista, click . • In Windows XP and earlier, click Start. 2 Click Programs or All Programs ŒLexmark X5400 Series. 3 Click Solution Center, and then click the Contact Information tab. Troubleshooting 178
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    -Ones found Multiple Lexmark printers, attached either locally or over a network, have been detected on your computer. You can choose which printer you want to use: 1 Select the printer from the list. 2 Click OK. Black Cartridge replacement required A new black print cartridge needs to be installed
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    New print cartridges need to be installed. The print job has been canceled. Note: A variable amount of ink remains in the cartridges. Follow these steps to replace the cartridges in your printer: 1 Replace the used cartridges with new cartridges. 2 Print your document again. Troubleshooting 180
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    include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made 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
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    and PerfectFinish are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc. TrueType is a trademark of Apple Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Licensing notices The following document can be viewed from the \Drivers\XPS directory on the installation software CD: Zopen.PDF
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    information statement should be directed to: Director of Lexmark Technology & Services Lexmark International, Inc. 740 West New Circle Road directives has been signed by the Director of Manufacturing and Technical Support, Lexmark International, Inc., S.A., Boigny, France. This product satisfies the
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    the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for your local sales office phone number. Product disposal Do not dispose of the printer or supplies Service Order Code (USOC) jack. A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises' wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable
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    service. If you experience trouble with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, contact Lexmark International, Inc. at www.lexmark.com or your Lexmark representative. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network problem. It is recommended that the customer install an
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    network The following are special conditions for the Facsimile User Instructions network services. This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to the Telecom's 111 Emergency Service 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual of one call attempt
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    lines in Switzerland. Utilisation de ce produit en Suisse Cet appareil nécessite l'utilisation d'un filtre de tonalité de facturation suisse (nº de référence Lexmark : 14B5123) devant être installé sur toute ligne recevant des impulsions de comptage en Suisse. Ce filtre doit être utilisé pour toute
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    switch n/a is turned off. The power consumption levels listed in the previous table represent time-averaged measurements. Instantaneous Lexmark warrants that this product: -Is manufactured from new parts, or new and serviceable used parts, which perform like new parts -Is, during normal use, free
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    period. For products no longer covered by a Lexmark warranty, technical support may not be available or only be available for a fee. Extent of limited warranty We do not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of any product. Warranty service does not include repair of failures caused by
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    or its suppliers, governs your use of any Software Program installed on or provided by Lexmark for use in connection with your Lexmark product. The term "Software Program" includes machine-readable instructions, audio/visual content (such as images and recordings), and associated media, printed
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    of the price paid for the Software Program. 3 LICENSE GRANT. Lexmark grants you the following rights provided you comply with all terms and conditions of this License Agreement: a Use. You may Use one (1) copy of the Software Program. The term "Use" means storing, loading, installing, executing, or
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    reverse compile or otherwise translate the Software Program, except as and to the extent expressly permitted to do so by applicable law for the purposes of inter-operability, error correction, and security testing. If you have such statutory rights, you will notify Lexmark in writing of any intended
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    age of majority in the place you sign this License Agreement and, if applicable, you are duly authorized by your employer or principal to enter into by you and Lexmark relating to your Use of the Software Program). To the extent any Lexmark policies or programs for support services conflict with the
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    over network 164 cannot send or receive fax 164 cards loading 52 memory card 67 printing 61 carrier jam error 173 cartridge error 172 cartridge missing error 177 cartridges, print aligning 122 cleaning 123 installing 120 ordering 126 preserving 124 removing 121 using genuine Lexmark 122 wiping
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    required 180 color cartridge replacement required 179 color effects applying 78 color ink low 173 colors on paper do not match colors on the screen 139 communication not available error 177 communication problems establishing bidirectional communication 152 connect to network printer 49 connecting
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    printing problem 178 ink low 178 left cartridge error 174 left cartridge incorrect 174 left cartridge missing 174 memory full 174 no images have been selected 175 no photo/paper size selection has been made 175 no proof sheet information 175 no valid photo image files detected 175 only one photo
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    138 ink low error 178 inserting flash drives 68 memory cards 67 PictBridge-enabled digital camera 83 installing network printer 47 print cartridges 120 printer software 42, 132 IP address, assigning 47 iron-on transfers, loading 52 iron-on transfers, printing 64 J jams and misfeeds troubleshooting
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    guide 25 paper jam error 179 paper jam in the Automatic Document Feeder 154 paper jam in the paper support 156 paper jam in the printer 155 paper or specialty media misfeeds 156 paper support guide 25 paper support 25 PictBridge port 25 power supply port 26 print cartridge photos at one time using
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    151 sharing 48 sharing in Windows 48 printer cannot communicate over peer-to-peer network 149 printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media 157 printer plugged in but does not print 149 printer receives blank fax 168 printer software installing 42 reinstalling 132 removing 132
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    and reinstalling 132 Solution Center 45 XPS driver 42 software does not install 129 software settings, printer resetting to factory defaults 65 Solution Center understanding 45 Solution Center buttons Advanced 45 How To 45 Maintenance 45 Troubleshooting 45 understanding 45 Speed Dial setting
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    ink low 173 photo size error 176 PictBridge communications error 176 please remove the camera card 176 problem reading memory card 176 remote fax error 169 right cartridge error 174 right cartridge incorrect 174 right cartridge missing 174 some photos removed from card by host 176 troubleshooting
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    speed is slow 136 troubleshooting, scan cannot scan to computer over network 164 partial document or photo printer attached 151 X XPS driver installing 42 U unsupported file types found on memory card 179 unwanted faxes, blocking 115 updating printer software 151 USB port 26 enabling 132 using One
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X5400 Series User's Guide
2007
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